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Keith Morris & Stacy Kelly, Attorneys at Law Keith Morris & Stacy Kelly, Attorneys at Law
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Caldwell County

    "Ryan & Keith genuinely care about their clients."

    Ryan McCreay genuinely cares about his clients. He patiently outlined the timeline in obtaining this overage, along with ...

    - Gerard P.
    "Ryan and team were very professional and empathetic regarding probating my sister's estate."

    They were caring and kind all the way through the process. I highly recommend them to anyone entitled to claim leftover funds from foreclosure or who need to probate an estate for a loved one. Here is a picture of myself and my lovely sister, Karen!

    - Shirley H.
    "After my Mom passed away and her house was foreclosed on, Ryan of Conscious Dealz helped me get the excess funds from the foreclosure."

    He told me the amount I would receive at the beginning of the process. He also told me that I would never have to step inside of a court room, which I didn't want to due to the complex challenges of probate court. Ryan and his team worked very hard for me.

    - AJ J.
    "Keith and his team were fantastic."

    Keith and his team were fantastic. We had heard horror stories of the probate process but our experience was fast and ...

    - Thomas M.
    "Thank you, Keith, I truly appreciate you."

    He researched my problem, consulted another expert just for a second opinion, and responded to me with the answers I needed. He is a SUPER PERSON.

    - Kathie
    "He was responsive and found the right resources for us."

    He helped my family navigate a unique probate and trust process right at the end of the year.

    - Previous Client
    "He is aggressive in court room while remaining respectful and compassionate to other lawyers and his clients."

    Keith is one of the finest and technically proficient lawyers I have ever met.

    - Jennifer
    "Whenever I had a question or concern, all I had to do was call or email Keith."

    Keith is very professional and was able to settle my family dispute.

    - Susan

Caldwell County Probate Attorney

Should I Consult A Caldwell County Probate Attorney?

After the death of a loved one, his or her assets and debts are put into probate, which is the process by which a court oversees and administers the decedent’s estate. If your loved one has died, you may need to seek the services of a Caldwell County probate attorney to help guide you through the Texas probate process. Even when a Last Will & Testament exists, the probate process consists of specific steps that may be confusing if you aren’t experienced in dealing with these matters. When there is no Will, or the Will is contested, the process gets even more complicated.

Probate Lawyer Services

A Caldwell County probate attorney can help you in many ways. From setting up an estate or drawing up a Will to providing legal aid in matters of guardianships, conservatorships, estate taxes, property rights and property transfers.

In the probate process, a Caldwell County probate attorney will be able to assist by:

  • Filing any and all required paperwork with the court, including proof of death.
  • Representing beneficiaries in court appearances.
  • Inventorying and appraising the value of the estate’s assets.
  • Notifying creditors of the estate.

Paperwork and court appearances are the last thing on your mind when a loved one dies. By contacting a Caldwell County probate attorney, you can relieve yourself of the burden of trying to navigate the legal system while trying to grieve the loss of a family member or friend. Unfortunately, there are those who would try to take advantage of a loved one’s death. While the Caldwell County probate attorneys seek a reasonable resolution of your loved one’s estate, we have a proven record of vigorously defending our clients’ rights and the final wishes of the decedent. 

Call us today at (713) 636-5339 in Houston and (817) 442-2048 in Fort Worth for a consultation.

Our firm provides services to clients throughout Caldwell County including the cities of Luling, Lockhart, Martindale, Niederwald, and Uhland.

Success that Speaks for Itself

Case Results
  • Hearing Won Evidentiary Hearing

    Won lengthy evidentiary hearing to prove client was not in contempt of court to avoid sanction or jail time.

  • Dispute Resolved Estate Administration Case

    Successfully resolved case between two siblings fighting over cash and personal property of their father.

  • Settlement Reached Multi-Million Dollar International Estate

    Successfully negotiated settlement between surviving spouse and foreign advisers in multi-million dollar international estate.

  • Dispute Resolved Estate Administration & Division of Assets

    Resolved highly contentious ongoing dispute over father’s estate and division of assets between son and daughter.

  • Won Summary Judgment Multi-Million Dollar Trust Dispute

    Won summary judgment for prominent South Texas family in multi-million-dollar trust dispute over real property.

Why Choose Attorneys Keith Morris & Stacy Kelly?

  • Extensive Experience

    With over 40+ years of combined legal experience, Keith Morris & Stacy Kelly devoted their efforts to sharpening their skills in probate, trust, and estate planning and litigation.

  • Aggressive Litigators

    Keith Morris & Stacy Kelly are proud to be the litigators that takes on the most complicated and difficult cases to court and getting their clients optimal results.

  • Free Consultations
    Your first free case evaluation with us can be done through video conference, phone call, or an in-person meeting.
  • Personalized Attention

    If you call our firm, we will personally pick up the phone and handle your case with the attention it deserves.

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Contact the firm today to discuss your case during a free consultation and explore your options.