Dallas Estate Planning, Guardianship, Probate, Wills, Trust Lawyers

Our attorneys have dedicated their education and their careers to the practice of estate planning, administration, and litigation. By focusing on these areas in law school, participating in prestigious clerkships in the area, and practicing in these areas from the beginning of their careers, our lawyers are experienced and prepared to assist you with any estate or probate issues, no matter how simple or complex.

Our lawyers value professional development, and they are actively involved in numerous professional organizations and serve in various leadership capacities in those groups, including:

Board of Trustees of the Houston Lawyer Referral Service
Board of Directors of the Disability and Elder Law Attorneys' Association
Editorial Board member of The Houston Lawyer Magazine (the official Bar Journal of the Houston Bar Association)
Fellow of the Houston Bar Foundation
Member of the College of the State Bar of Texas
Various Service Committees of the Houston Bar Association
Authors and speakers on topics related to Estate Planning, Probate, and Guardianship topics.

A talented and experienced staff of law clerks supports our attorneys. Our clerks are exceptional law students, focused on careers in estate planning, probate, and guardianship and on track to become valuable associate attorneys in our firm. Our clerks possess diverse backgrounds, which add valuable perspective for our clients. They include an accountant, a former Medicaid lobbyist, and a former legislative aide to a U.S. Senator. When you work with us, our entire team works tirelessly to provide you with the service, attention, and advice you need.

Don D. Ford III
Julie Mathiason
Jason Brower
Brian Thomas

Dallas Estate Planning, Guardianship, Probate, Wills, Trust Lawyers - Houston, Tx

MEDIA & PUBLICATIONS:

[01/08] Is the Internet a Good Substitute for Sound Legal Advice?
Three weeks into my career as an attorney, my first probate client walked into my office wanting to probate the Will of her deceased friend.

[01/07] The Guardianship Certification Board A Legislative Attempt at Protecting the Elderly
Among the new developments and significant changes produced by the 79th Texas Legislature is the creation of the new Guardianship Certification Board.

[03/06] Dying Without a Will in Texas: What Happens?
Question:cIs it true that the state gets everything if I die without a Will? Concerned clients routinely ask this question expressing their concern in keeping the State from taking their hard-earned estate upon their deaths.

[02/06] The Texas Probate Process: An Overview
In Texas, the probate process is very simple if you understand the definitions, the process, and the time lines. In the following article, we provide a broad overview of the types of probate administrations and personal representatives. These and other issues will be explored in more detail in future articles in coming months

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