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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
Wilson County Probate Attorney
What is Probate Law? Why Would I Need A Wilson County Probate Attorney?
Typically, a Wilson County probate attorney is a legal professional with a targeted focus on probate law. At some point or another, everyone will be faced with the death of a loved one or relative, and will need to prepare for their own eventual passing. Often a decedent dies without a Last Will and Testament in place. In those instances, the court must take the decedent’s assets, put them into an estate and administer the estate in accordance with state and federal laws and statutes. Even in the instances where there is a Last Will and Testament, the court may need to be involved in the administration of the estate to validate the will. The court can help to confirm that the decedent’s last wishes are properly carried out.
The probate process is complicated and involves forms, paperwork, and sometimes appearing in court. There are deadlines that are set by codes and statutes, which must be always understood. All this can be confusing and extremely time consuming for an inexperienced. A qualified Wilson County probate attorney can make the entire probate process virtually painless.
What Can My Wilson County Probate Attorney Do?
There are many different things that a probate attorney can do on your behalf. The probate attorney can help make an otherwise complicated and often emotionally charged process easier by doing the following:
- Attend hearings and court appearances on your behalf
- Monitor all court and legal deadlines
- Prepare and file legal paperwork
- Assist with the resolution of disputes between beneficiaries
- Notify creditors of the estate
- Assist with the auditing and accounting of estate assets
An experienced Wilson County probate attorney will protect your interests and honor the last wishes of the decedent. You do not have to try to figure out how to navigate the probate court system alone!
Your probate attorney can also help with the creation of your own personal estate, valuation of your estate, general guardianship issues, and can educate you on inheritance law and any possible consequences of inheriting estate assets.
A Wilson County probate attorney is your advocate. Call Keith Morris & Stacy Kelly, Attorneys at Law, today at (713) 636-5339 in Houston and (817) 442-2048 in Fort Worth to have an experienced professional to guide you through the Texas probate process.
Our firm provides services to clients throughout Wilson County including the cities of Carpenter, Floresville, La Vernia, Nixon, Pandora, Poth, Saspamco, Stockdale, Sutherland Springs, Grass Pond Colony, Kicaster, Doseido Colony, and Sandy Hills.
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.