Your Property Deserves More Than a Consultant —
It Deserves an Attorney
Why consider hiring an Attorney instead of a Property Tax Consulting Firm?
The answer is obvious - Common complaints
Large firms handle thousands of accounts at once.
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Minimal personal attention
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Little understanding of your property’s unique issues
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High turnover among staff handling your file
This often leads to cookie‑cutter protests and missed opportunities.
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With 30 years of experience as a Property Tax Attorney, I've worked on all aspects of Texas Property Taxation. Whether serving as in-house counsel for the largest Central Appraisal District, assisting taxing units with tax issues, helping attorneys, handling delinquent tax matters, or helping homeowners and property owners, my focus has always been AND WILL ALWAYS BE ON THE CLIENT.
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35% Contingency Fee with no hidden fees ALWAYS | No Recovery, No Fee
Our Texas Property Tax Legal Services
Texas Property Tax Focused
No Upfront Fees
You Only Pay If We Win
Thousands of Successful
Appeals
Why Choose Saegert Law
With close to 30 years of legal experience as a property tax attorney, Michael Saegert helps Texas property owners challenge excessive valuations and reduce their annual tax burden. His practice is dedicated exclusively to property tax matters, allowing him to deliver focused, strategic representation grounded in a deep understanding of the Texas Property Tax Code.
Michael’s background as former in-house counsel for the Harris County Appraisal District and legal advisor to the Appraisal Review Board provides unique insight into how property values are set, reviewed, and contested. This insider perspective, combined with decades of hands-on experience, allows him to guide clients through complex tax matters with clarity and confidence.
Proven Results for Texas Property Owners
Real property tax reductions achieved through strategic appeals, appraisal corrections, and litigation.
Office Building Case
An office building was back-assessed for prior years, creating multiple delinquencies, penalties, and interest. The original appeal was dismissed after being filed under the wrong provision. Michael pursued a subsequent appeal using an alternative remedy. The appraisal district acknowledged duplicate assessment and corrected the records, eliminating all back taxes.
$8M+
$1.3M+
30 years
Property Tax Law Experience
Tax Refunds & Reductions Secured
Assessed Value Reduced
Our Property Tax Appeal Process
We make the property tax appeal process in Texas simple and stress-free by handling everything for you—from reviewing your assessment to securing a reduction.
Step 1: We Review Your Property Assessment
Submit your property details for a free property tax review.
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We examine your appraisal district records to determine if your property may be overvalued or incorrectly assessed.
Step 2: We Analyze for Appeal Opportunities
We conduct a detailed analysis using:
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Comparable property sales
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Appraisal district data
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Property condition factors
Our goal is to identify every opportunity to reduce your property tax bill.
Step 3: We File and Manage Your Property Tax Protest
We handle the entire property tax protest process, including:
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Preparing supporting evidence
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Filing your protest before the deadline
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Communicating with the appraisal district
You don’t have to deal with paperwork or deadlines.
Step 4: We Negotiate and Pursue Maximum Reduction
We represent you throughout the process, including:
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Appraisal Review Board (ARB) hearings
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Negotiations with the appraisal district
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Property tax litigation when necessary
Our focus is to achieve the maximum possible reduction in your property value and tax bill.
No recovery, no fee. You only pay if we achieve a reduction.
Meet Michael Saegert
A native Texan, Michael Saegert was born and raised in Austin before building his legal career in Houston. His early work in property taxation, combined with years of public service and private practice, shaped a practical, solution-focused approach to helping property owners navigate complex tax matters.
Outside the office, Michael enjoys fishing and spending time outdoors, a passion that reflects the patience, focus, and persistence he brings to his work. Clients value not only his legal knowledge, but also his steady, thoughtful approach to solving challenging property tax issues.
“The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope.” – John Buchan
