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Probate Lawyer in Houston and Fort Worth

Texas Probate Litigation Services

Probate litigation allows you to uphold the wishes of your loved one. Keith Morris Attorney at Law has an intimate knowledge of the Texas Probate Code and can help your family through probate proceedings.

Keith Morris Attorney at Law offers a variety of probate litigation services to fit your family’s needs:

    "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
    "Keith handled our case with both dignity and professionalism that is always needed in a disputed guardianship case."

    Keith would be the one attorney I hope I never set on the opposite side of the table against.

    - Bruce
    "Compassionate, no-nonsense, and fair."

    Mr. Morris represented me in a complicated and nasty probate matter. I am a paralegal and must say that Mr. Morris is in the top .5 of the 1% of excellent lawyers.

    - Jennifer L.
    "Made everything very easy."

    Keith was easy to reach and had a lot of knowledge about estate planning. He helped me and my family with our wills and helped set up trusts for my kids.

    - Oda

Probate Litigation and Intestacy

It is unfortunately not uncommon for a Texas resident to die without a will. The legal term for this scenario is intestacy. Without a will in place, the state is granted control to determine the distribution of property.

When the state of Texas takes the reigns for those who die without a will, the rules are rigid. In certain cases, a beneficiary may not receive their fair share of the assets. Hiring a probate litigation and intestacy attorney may be the only way to stop the state from misappropriating the property of your loved one.

Keith Morris Attorney at Law will take the time to explain the rules that relate to intestacy and property distribution. When a person passes without a will, the state will make plans for them. Take the time to speak with an attorney experienced with probate litigation and don’t allow the state to make choices for your family.

Contesting a Will

The details of a will can have lasting effects for everyone involved, and not always in a positive manner. Family members can contest a will for a variety of reasons:

  • Undue influence. Outside pressure from an interested party may have influenced the will’s creator and prompted favoritism.
  • Fraud. A will created and signed by someone other than the testator is a fraudulent will. Only the testator – the person assigning their assets – can generate and sign the will.
  • Signed improperly. A detail-oriented probate attorney will carefully review a will for mistakes before it is finalized. Missed signatures can be a reason for contesting a will.
  • Capacity. Illness like Alzheimer’s disease or unexpected severe injuries may reduce the capacity for creating a lawful will and may be reason question the validity of the will’s statements.

If you are considering taking the steps to contest a will, start by contacting Keith Morris Attorney at Law. The firm has helped families contest wills for all the reasons listed. When a family member or loved one dies in Texas, the person’s estate should be lawfully distributed by a will free of fraud and discrepancy.

Get Help from Probate Litigation Lawyers

Probate litigation can involve contesting a will, trust, or probate proceeding. Hiring an experienced attorney to enforce your legal rights through probate litigation may be the only recourse for upholding the wishes of your loved one.

Probate litigation can occur for any of the following probate scenarios:

  • Forgery of signatures
  • Invalid will
  • Improper asset categorization
  • Undue influence on testator
  • Fiduciary negligence
  • Determining heirship

To discuss your probate issue, please call Keith Morris Attorney at Law at (713) 636-5339 in Houston and (817) 442-2048 in Fort Worth or complete the online contact form.

Success that Speaks for Itself

Case Results
  • Dispute Resolved Estate Administration & Division of Assets

    Resolved highly contentious ongoing dispute over father’s estate and division of assets between son and daughter.

  • Dispute Resolved Estate Administration Case

    Successfully resolved case between two siblings fighting over cash and personal property of their father.

  • Hearing Won Evidentiary Hearing

    Won lengthy evidentiary hearing to prove client was not in contempt of court to avoid sanction or jail time.

  • Case Won Guardianship Case

    Won trial to exclude wife to serve as guardian of gentleman she married that was at least twice her age.

  • Six-Figure Settlement Reached Multi-Million Dollar Estate Case

    Obtained six-figure settlement after jury was seated for adopted child in multi-million dollar estate case after adoption was disputed.

Why Choose Keith Morris, Attorney at Law?

  • Personalized Attention
    If you call Keith Morris, he will personally pick up the phone and handle your case with the attention it deserves.
  • Free Consultations
    Your first free case evaluation with us can be done through video conference, phone call, or an in-person meeting.
  • Aggressive Litigator
    Keith Morris is proud to be the litigator that takes on the most complicated and difficult cases to court and getting his clients optimal results.
  • Extensive Experience
    With over 20 years of legal experience, Keith Morris has devoted his efforts to sharpening his skills in probate, trust, and estate planning and litigation.
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