Caldwell County
“Keith and his team were fantastic.”
- Thomas M.
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
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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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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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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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Guardianship Case Case Won
Won trial to exclude wife to serve as guardian of gentleman she married that was at least twice her age.
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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 & 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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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.
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.