Ernest Cohen

Rothschilds, PLLC

High-level legal and business counsel for corporate and middle market clients. Serving Dallas and beyond with integrity, expertise, and distinction.

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Counsel Rooted in Excellence, Driven by Results

Ernest Cohen Rothschilds, PLLC is a premier law firm based in Dallas, Texas, focused on high-level legal and business matters for corporate and middle market clients. The firm brings together deep expertise in corporate finance, mergers & acquisitions, private equity, securities law, real estate, commercial litigation, and governmental matters.

Founder and Managing Director, Ernest Richards, Esq. brings a rare combination of legal and financial credentials — MBA, CPA, LLM, and JD — to every client engagement, delivering counsel that is both legally sound and commercially astute.

Corporate Finance
M&A Transactions
Real Estate Law
Government Relations

Areas of Legal Expertise

From corporate transactions to estate planning, our practice spans the full spectrum of business and personal legal needs.

Trusts & Wills

Comprehensive estate planning to protect your legacy and provide for your loved ones with precision and care.

Real Estate Transactions

Expert counsel on commercial and residential real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and complex structuring.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Strategic guidance through every phase of M&A transactions, from due diligence to closing and integration.

International Business Development

Cross-border legal support for businesses expanding globally or entering the U.S. market.

Entity Formation & Complex Structuring

Tailored business structures designed to optimize operations, liability protection, and tax efficiency.

Commercial Litigation & Mediation

Vigorous representation in complex commercial disputes, with a focus on efficient, favorable resolutions.

Capital Markets Transactions

Legal advisory for securities offerings, bond transactions, and capital markets compliance.

Government Relations

Navigating local, state, and federal government matters with deep institutional knowledge and relationships.

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Ernest A. Richards, Esq.
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Ernest Richards, Esq.

Title
Founder & Managing Director

Attorney Profile

Ernest A. Richards is Managing Director at Ernest Cohen Rothschilds, PLLC, a law firm based in Dallas, Texas. The firm focuses on high-level legal and business matters for corporate and middle market clients. Practice areas include corporate finance, mergers & acquisitions, private equity, securities law, real estate, commercial litigation, and governmental matters.

Appointed to the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation Board of Directors by Governor Greg Abbott (term through 2027), contributing to affordable housing oversight statewide. Former member of the Texas State Pension Review Board and Joint Interim Committee to Study Land Banks, appointed by the governor.

Education

BS, Accounting — University of London
MBA, Finance — University of London
MPA, Economics — University of Southern California
LLM, Taxation — Southern Methodist University
JD, Jurisprudence — Southern Methodist University

Memberships & Affiliations

Admitted to the Supreme Court of Texas
Member, American Bar Association
Member, Texas Bar Association
Member, Dallas Bar Association
Member, National Association of Bond Lawyers
Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Board Member, Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation
Former Board Member, Texas Pension Review Board
Former Chair, City of Irving Planning and Zoning Commission
President, Bet Shalom Community Development Corporation

Schedule a Consultation

We welcome inquiries from corporate clients, middle market businesses, and individuals seeking high-level legal counsel. Contact us to discuss how we can serve your needs.

Office Address

Adolphus Tower 1412 Main Street, Suite 500 Dallas, Texas 75202