Burleson County
“Keith and his team were fantastic.”
- Thomas M.
Burleson County Probate Attorney
What Services Does A Burleson County Probate Attorney Probate Perform?
A Burleson County Probate Attorney is a legal professional who is experienced in matters related to the probate process, the legal steps by which a person’s estate is resolved after their death. In Texas, the decedent’s estate — including debts and assets — is put into probate to be overseen by the court. A Texas probate lawyer can manage the last testament filing, or the Will, of a deceased family member or friend. Probate lawyers can help resolve family disputes surrounding the disposition of property, assets and finances. A Burleson County probate attorney is also sometimes known as a trust or estate lawyer because of the wide variety of services offered.
What Does A Burleson County Probate Attorney Do?
Probate lawyers will assist you in creating a last will and testament to ensure future security for your family members in case of your death. They also offer trust planning, which includes living trusts, as well as medical and powers of attorney to assist you. Asset protection, proper documentation, and procedure filing are basic services to ensure you have the proper documentation to proceed through probate court.
A Burleson County Probate Attorney are experienced in several other areas related to probate, such as:
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Inheritance Law
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Will Contests
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Codicils
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Intestacy
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Guardianship Rights
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Property Rights
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Income Tax
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Property transfers
It is essential to make sure that Wills, testaments and documentation has been filed properly before the death of a family member. A Burleson County Probate Attorney will have the knowledge, skill, and experience to ensure that your family remains secure during the entire process. From inventorying the debts and assets of your loved one’s estate and filing required paperwork with the court to representing you in court appearances and notifying creditors of the death, a probate lawyer can make the probate process much easier during a difficult time.
Keith Morris, Attorney at Law, takes pride in his track record of success in defending clients’ rights during the probate process. Call our Burleson County probate attorneys at (713) 636-5339 in Houston and (817) 442-2048 in Fort Worth today for help in your probate matters.
Our firm provides services to clients throughout Burleson County including the cities of Caldwell, Snook, Somerville, Chriesman, Deanville, Frenstat, and Lyons.
Success that Speaks for Itself
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Multi-Million Dollar Estate Case Six-Figure Settlement Reached
Obtained six-figure settlement after jury was seated for adopted child in multi-million dollar estate case after adoption was disputed.
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Estate Administration & Division of Assets Dispute Resolved
Resolved highly contentious ongoing dispute over father’s estate and division of assets between son and daughter.
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Multi-Million Dollar Trust Dispute Won Summary Judgment
Won summary judgment for prominent South Texas family in multi-million-dollar trust dispute over real property.
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Multi-Million Dollar International Estate Settlement Reached
Successfully negotiated settlement between surviving spouse and foreign advisers in multi-million dollar international estate.
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Evidentiary Hearing Hearing Won
Won lengthy evidentiary hearing to prove client was not in contempt of court to avoid sanction or jail time.
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Estate Administration Case Dispute Resolved
Successfully resolved case between two siblings fighting over cash and personal property of their father.
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Probate Case Successful Verdict
Obtained verdict for daughter that reunited with her father after being estranged and offered will for probate but was contested by her sister.
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Guardianship Case Case Won
Won trial to exclude wife to serve as guardian of gentleman she married that was at least twice her age.
Why Choose Keith Morris, Attorney at Law?
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Personalized AttentionIf you call Keith Morris, he will personally pick up the phone and handle your case with the attention it deserves.
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Free ConsultationsYour first free case evaluation with us can be done through video conference, phone call, or an in-person meeting.
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Aggressive LitigatorKeith Morris is proud to be the litigator that takes on the most complicated and difficult cases to court and getting his clients optimal results.
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Extensive ExperienceWith over 20 years of legal experience, Keith Morris has devoted his efforts to sharpening his skills in probate, trust, and estate planning and litigation.
Contact the firm today to discuss your case during a free consultation and explore your options.