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    "Ryan & Keith genuinely care about their clients."

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    - 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

Calhoun County Probate Attorney

Calhoun County Probate Attorney Information & Services

If you’ve never experienced the death of a loved one, the Texas probate process is probably unfamiliar territory. A Calhoun County probate attorney can help explain this system and provide advice and guidance throughout the process. Probate is the process by which the decedent’s assets and liabilities are put into an estate, which is overseen and administered by a probate court. If the decedent left a Will, the court will pay the debts of the estate and distribute assets accordingly. When a Will is not in place or the Will is contested, the court will hear arguments from a Calhoun County probate attorney and look at intestacy laws when determining the distribution of the estate.

Probate Lawyers: What Services Do They Provide?

A Calhoun County probate attorney can be a valuable asset. Aside from the probate proceedings, these attorneys have the knowledge and experience needed to draw up a Will, advise on matters related to conservatorships and guardianships, and answer questions about inheritance law, property rights and estate taxes.

When it comes to the probate process, a Calhoun County probate attorney can:

  • Represent beneficiaries in court hearings.
  • File legal paperwork.
  • Appraise the assets of the estate.
  • Notify creditors.

The smooth resolution of the estate is always a hoped for outcome, but there are times when this is not the case. It is an unfortunate truth that sometimes people will try to take advantage of the death of a family member or friend. If a Will is contested or there is no Will in existence, the services of a probate lawyer are even more important to see that clients’ rights are defended and that the wishes of the decedent are honored.

Calhoun County probate attorney, Keith Morris & Stacy Kelly, Attorneys at Law, has a history of success when it comes to defending beneficiaries’ rights in the Texas probate system. Call (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 Calhoun County including the cities of Point Comfort, Port Lavaca, and Seadrift.

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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