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"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 ...
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"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!
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"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.
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"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 ...
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"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.
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"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.
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"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.
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"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
Cameron County Probate Attorney
Utilizing A Cameron County Probate Attorney
In Texas, the probate process is the legal system by which the court oversees the estate of a person who has died. A Cameron County probate attorney can be of service when it comes to this system in which the court recognizes the death, validates a Last Will and Testament, and administer the estate after debts and taxes are resolved.
If the decedent has a Will, and that Will is uncontested, the legal process can be fairly smooth. When there is a contested Will or none at all, it becomes more complicated and frustrating for loved ones. In either case, there are specific requirements, including legal documents being filed and court hearings attended, that a Cameron County probate attorney will have the experience to handle.
Probate Lawyer Services Available
A Cameron County probate attorney’s experience doesn’t cover just the legal process after someone passes away. Drawing up a Will or addressing issues of guardianship, conservatorship, property rights and more all fall within the realm of a probate lawyers’ knowledge.
Additionally, within the probate process there are many steps in which having a Cameron County probate attorney will be a valuable resource, including:
- Filing and validating a Will with the court.
- Providing proof of death.
- Listing and appraising property (real and personal) owned by the decedent.
- Notifying creditors of the estate.
- Attending court hearings.
These are steps that must be followed even when a Will is uncontested. When someone does contest the Will or there is no Will present, the court will hear arguments from a Cameron County probate attorney and look at intestacy laws to determine the distribution of assets.
Keith Morris & Stacy Kelly, Attorneys at Law, strives to vigorously defend the rights of each and every client. Call today at (713) 636-5339 in Houston and (817) 442-2048 in Fort Worth for a consultation on your Cameron County probate matter.
Our firm provides services to clients throughout Cameron County including the cities of Brownsville, Harlingen, La Feria, Los Fresnos, Palm Valley, Port Isabel, Rio Hondo, and San Benito.
Success that Speaks for Itself
Case Results
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Hearing Won Evidentiary Hearing
Won lengthy evidentiary hearing to prove client was not in contempt of court to avoid sanction or jail time.
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Dispute Resolved Estate Administration Case
Successfully resolved case between two siblings fighting over cash and personal property of their father.
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Settlement Reached Multi-Million Dollar International Estate
Successfully negotiated settlement between surviving spouse and foreign advisers in multi-million dollar international estate.
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Dispute Resolved Estate Administration & Division of Assets
Resolved highly contentious ongoing dispute over father’s estate and division of assets between son and daughter.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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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Personalized Attention
If you call our firm, we will personally pick up the phone and handle your case with the attention it deserves.
Contact the firm today to discuss your case during a free consultation and explore your options.