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Ryan McCreay genuinely cares about his clients. He patiently outlined the timeline in obtaining this overage, along with ...
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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. -
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. We had heard horror stories of the probate process but our experience was fast and ...
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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 helped my family navigate a unique probate and trust process right at the end of the year.
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Keith is one of the finest and technically proficient lawyers I have ever met.
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Keith is very professional and was able to settle my family dispute.
- Susan
Harris County Probate Attorney
Do I Need a Harris County Probate Attorney?
Has an individual within your family passed away in Harris County and you’ll need assistance to make sure that the estate is administered properly? Are you currently concerned that somebody could possibly be taking advantage of your loved one’s death?
First Steps to Probate a Will in Harris County
The first step to probating an estate is finding out if the estate should be probated at all in Harris County. Probate administration is the process by which a court oversees the payment of a deceased person’s debts along with the distribution of his / her assets. The administration of estates can be complex, include fiduciary duties, and present the potential for mismanagement and/or abuse of funds.
It is best to be represented by a Harris County Probate Attorney who understands the probate procedures and rules. In order to effectively and efficiently guide you through a probate proceeding, the Texas probate attorney must have an excellent understanding of Texas probate and federal tax laws.
A probate attorney can help with items such as:
- Probate Administration
- Probate Litigation
- Guardianship Matters
- Wills
- Trusts
- Estate Planning
- and Fiduciary Litigation.
If you need help during a probate issue, contact Harris County probate attorney Keith Morris & Stacy Kelly, Attorneys at Law, at (713) 636-5339 in Houston and (817) 442-2048 in Fort Worth. Our attorneys are experienced in probate and will make sure that your loved one’s estate is carried out correctly.
Our firm provides services to clients throughout Harris County including the cities of Houston, Aldine, Alief, Atascocita, Baytown, Bellaire, Channelview, Clear Lake City, Crosby, Cypress, Deer Park, El Lago, Galena Park, Hockley, Huffman, Humble, Jacinto City, Jersey Village, Katy, Kingwood, Klein, La Porte, Meyerland, Nassau Bay, North Shore, Pasadena, Seabrook, Shore Acres, South Houston, Spring, Taylor Lake, Tomball, Webster and West University Place.
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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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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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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Your first free case evaluation with us can be done through video conference, phone call, or an in-person meeting.
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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.