Top best Probate Lawyers Near me in ZIP 78229

• Estate administration, trust administration, and probate and fiduciary litigation attorney with jury and bench trial experience. • Represent individuals, fiduciaries, and entities in contested trust, guardianship, probate, and fiduciary litigation matters, as well as uncontested matters, and issues of will or trust construction or modification, informal or common law marriage, trustee or executor removal, beneficiary representation. • Responsibilities include estate administration, fiduciary guidance, client and witness interviews, due diligence, legal research and analysis, discovery requests and responses, jury charge formulation, depositions, settlement negotiations including mediation, motions for summary judgment, preparation of annual accounts, reports, accountings, and management of a motion and trial practice. • Draft primary and ancillary estate planning documents for clients including wills, will codicils, trusts, medical and statutory durable powers of attorney, directives to physicians, declarations of guardians, and other related legal documents. • Experienced probate, trust, and fiduciary litigation mediator. Practice is directed at probate administration, trust administration, guardianship, estate planning, and probate and fiduciary litigation (will contests, trust disputes, prosecution and defense of executor or trustee removal actions).

Whitney Thomas is a dedicated attorney with a deep commitment to serving families and individuals in San Antonio and surrounding counties through compassionate and strategic probate and estate planning services. As the founding attorney of the Whitney Thomas Law Firm, she has built a reputation for providing personalized legal counsel that helps clients protect their legacies, secure their assets, and navigate the complexities of probate law with confidence. With experience in estate planning, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, Whitney empowers her clients to make informed decisions that reflect their values and long-term goals.. A proud native of San Antonio, Whitney’s roots in the community inspire her passion for helping local families plan for their futures and preserve their loved ones' wishes. Her firsthand understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals in her hometown allows her to connect deeply with clients, offering tailored legal solutions that meet their specific needs. Whether guiding families through the probate process after the loss of a loved one or creating customized estate plans to protect generational wealth, Whitney approaches every case with care, precision, and unwavering dedication.. Beyond her legal practice, Whitney is an advocate for education and access to justice, frequently engaging in community events and seminars to help demystify the legal aspects of probate and estate planning. Her approachable and client-focused philosophy has made her a trusted partner for individuals and families across San Antonio. When you work with Whitney Thomas, you gain more than just legal counsel—you gain a compassionate ally committed to securing your peace of mind and safeguarding your future.

Twice elected President of National Guardianship Association.  Experienced in all guardianship and inheritance matters.  Call for free consultation.

The practice of Family Law requires an attorney who has the ability and determination to fight for your unique circumstances. The effects that a family law case can have on an individual’s family make choosing the right attorney a crucial decision. Stefanie Houlton is committed to zealously advocating for the rights of her clients.

Ryan is originally from Austin, Texas.  He graduated from University of Texas at Austin in 2005 from the Liberal Arts Honors program and obtained his law degree from the Baylor University School of Law in 2008, with a Concentration in Business Transactions, graduating in the top third of his class.  Prior to joining Pulman, Cappuccio, Pullen, Benson & Jones, LLP in August 2012, Ryan practiced law in the Texas Hill Country.. Ryan has practiced in a number of areas, including general civil litigation, probate litigation, business litigation, real estate litigation, bankruptcy litigation, business organizations, business transactions, real estate transactions, and wills, trusts, estates, and probate.  Ryan’s background in many areas of law allows him to quickly understand the dynamics of clients’ legal issues and develop potential solutions.  Ryan now focuses his practice on business and probate litigation.. Ryan is married to Jessica and they have two daughters.  As an Eagle Scout, Ryan enjoys most activities involving the great outdoors.  Ryan is also an avid college sports fan.

Providing personalized representation in Uncontested Divorces.

Originally from upstate NY, I moved to central Texas after joining the Air Force.  Served through Operation Desert Storm.  I have a diverse background enabling me to offer insight into areas a lot of lawyers are unable to do.. My mission for the firm is to provide client accessibility to their cases through my case management software.  This allows clients the ability to upload files and view files immediately which greatly enhances communication and builds a positive attorney-client relationship.

My work passion is Estate Planning (Wills and Trusts).  I also handle Probate and Guardianship of Adults.  Free initial consulation with appointment.

My name is HECTOR Q. MARTINEZ; I  was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. I  graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio, with a Humanities Degree in 1995, and soon went on to receive a law degree from St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas in 2001.  While in law school at St. Mary’s Hector was a member of the Scholar: St. Mary’s Law Review on Minority Issues, and served as a teaching assistant for mediation, negotiation, and a law in philosophy course, as well as being a member of the Hispanic Law Student Association.. Currently, Hector focuses his time and knowledge to represent individuals faced with probate, property inheritance, or personal injury cases, as well as helping individuals gain peace of mind when they are making decisions related to the future, such as what is the next step in dealing with the assets, home, or insurance of a recently passed loved one, what information does one need to prepare a Will, and how does a person designate the individual who will be there to help deal with their financial affairs or when immediate medical attention is needed, if one is incapacitated.. Since 2001 Hector has also taught negotiation as an adjunct professor at St. Mary's University School of Law, in the Alternative Dispute Resolution section headed by L. Wayne Scott.   To expand his knowledge of negotiation, Hector attended the Harvard Law School, Program of Instruction for Lawyers Negotiation Workshop in 2003.. In addition, Hector has been a mediator during the San Antonio Bar Association's "Settlement Week” as well as helping out at the St. Mary’s Wills Clinic.  These programs provide help with legal issue for residents of San Antonio and Bexar County who otherwise might not get legal advice.

My entire legal career has been based in San Antonio, Texas, where I am a lifelong resident. I am the owner of South TX Family Law Group. From San Antonio, I have been privileged to represent clients in courts all across the State of Texas. I graduated in the top 10% of my law school class and have been practicing law for more than 35 years in Texas. I graduated "with Honors" from Baylor University and "with Distinction" from St. Mary's Law School in San Antonio. I was a briefing attorney for the 4th Court of Appeals in San Antonio, and I was twice named as one of the top appellate lawyers and a top Family Lawyer in "Scene in San Antonio" magazine. I am a strong advocate for children, and have represented children for 21 years in cases involving child protective services. I participated twice in a 20-mile walk to help prevent child abuse. I also represent many elderly people in wills, guardianships, probate and estate planning. Most of all, I am diligent to provide excellent legal advice. My motto is "Justice Flows from Truth, Compassion, Wisdom, and Persistence."(tm)  I work hard to provide compassionate, efficient service to all my clients, always working within the bounds of the law. I am a published author, speaker, mediator, and small business owner. I am also a mother, a grandmother, a pet owner, an avid Spurs basketball and Baylor Bear football fan. My book available on Amazon is entitled "Divorce and Estate Planning in Texas: How to Plan Ahead for the Unexpected and Save Your Family's Future."

Ms. Matheson’s practice focuses on civil litigation, with an emphasis on fiduciary and trust disputes. Ms. Matheson has handled matters in state and federal courts across the country. Prior to joining Hornberger Fuller & Garza, Inc., Ms. Matheson was a litigation attorney with Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, where her practice focused on complex commercial litigation and intellectual property disputes. Ms. Matheson also has experience in many areas of public interest law, including human rights and immigration.. Ms. Matheson received her B.A. in International Studies from Baylor University in 2006. In 2010, she received her J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law.. Ms. Matheson is a member and serves on the Board of Directors for the San Antonio Young Lawyer’s Association. She is also a member of the Texas State Bar and the Bexar County Women’s Bar Association. She is licensed to practice in all Texas and federal courts.

Most of my time is spent helping the community with their probate and guardianship matters, including the litigation and transactions related to probate estates and guardianship. Feel free to call me to schedule a free consultation.. In matters of truth and justice, there is no difference between large and small problems, for issues concerning the treatment of people are all the same.. Albert Einstein

Meet Todd Marquardt. Todd Marquardt received his Bachelor’s Degree in Government from New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, New Mexico and earned his Juris Doctorate at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas. It’s no surprise, then, that he has chosen to run his practice across these two states, maintaining a license to practice in both.. Todd worked for the Social Justice Clinic at St. Mary University School of Law as a Student Attorney for one year. During that time, he represented clients in divorce, child custody, and won an appeal with Social Security. Following law school and the Texas Bar Exam, Todd worked in a law office focusing on guardianship, a litigation law firm, and helped build an estate planning firm to six attorneys with comparable support staff.. Todd is the sole owner and managing attorney of Marquardt Law Firm, P.C. He built the law firm to accommodate clients so that people who need legal services have an advocate who is approachable and accessible. In order to provide the best service, Marquardt Law Firm, P.C. has hired smart and compassionate team members who walk with clients through their legal issues. Todd relentlessly pursues excellence to make sure clients know the law firm is going above and beyond for them.. Todd has developed a strong referral network throughout the legal industry. When potential clients come to him with legal issues outside the areas in which he focuses, he introduces those in need to an attorney that he is confident can handle their unique issue. Todd’s goal is to never close the door on a relationship, whether the final answer lies within his office or elsewhere.. A family man and small business owner himself, Marquardt’s mission is to help adult children care for their elderly parents and to advocate for business owners. Todd and his wife are the proud parents of two sons and a daughter. Todd’s mission is to serve God by leading his family, vocation, community and country with the gifts and talents God has given him. He enjoys golfing, watching baseball, and hunting. He is a member of the Rotary Club, active in his church, and involved with the San Antonio Coalition for Veterans.. Marquardt Law Firm’s Service to You. Marquardt Law Firm focuses on Business and Estate Law in Texas and New Mexico. Marquardt Law Firm would like to help you plan in advance before something bad happens. At Marquardt Law Firm, we anticipate the unexpected and plan for the unknown by establishing legally enforceable plans to reduce future conflict.. We can help you understand the legal process. We are careful and thoughtful about helping you start a new business, incorporate your growing company, or protect your legacy and plan your Will and estate.. Marquardt Law Firm’s Client Service. Marquardt Law Firm cares about you. The difference between the service we provide and the service any other attorney provides is that we’re approachable and accessible. Marquardt Law Firm answers the phone and returns phone calls. We’re not too busy to talk to you. We value your concerns. Our goal is to provide excellent customer service as well as excellent legal service.

I  am licensed to practice before the following federal courts: US Supreme Court-10/19/87; US Court of Appeals Fifth Circuit 11/18/1981; US District Court Western District-07/08/1980; Northern District-12/04/1987

I was raised in San Antonio, Texas and I love being a Texan.. I have been an attorney since 2005 and co-owned a law firm. I had the pleasure of joining The Voeller Law Firm this year in May, 2020.. It is my passion to help families in Texas protect their legacies and prepare for difficult times due to incapacity or death of a loved one.

I specailize in going to the ourthouse to represent you  for probate wills & estates , family divorce, custody, visitation problems, and adoptions: CPS cases: and all criminal law, in Bexar, Comal, Atascosa, Wilson, Frio and Karnes Counties. I can also help with other documents you may need including the following:  Power of Attorney, Living Will, evictions.

I have enjoyed living in San Antonio, Texas for the last 40 years.  I am blessed to have a wonderful family with a supoportive wife and a son and daughter.  In my free time I enjoy playing chess, spending time with friends and family, and taking care of my two cute cats, Niko and Koko.

I came to the practice of law by a circuitous route and relatively late in life following a series of earlier careers. My first real job was at the Pearl Brewing Company and I made my way up to the position of Executive Secretary to the President. I became pregnant with my first child around the time Pear Brewing Company was sold, so I then became a stay-at-home mom/volunteer/school board member during the time my three daughters attended St. Luke's Catholic School. By then I was ready to re-enter the paid workforce and I decided to listen to an inner voice that had been urging me for some time to look at a law career. I got a job in a law firm as a secretary while taking night classes and soon became a Certified Legal Assistant focusing in civil litigation and worked in that field for ten years before deciding to make the leap from legal assistant to lawyer. I took the LSAT and applied to several Texas law schools, not sure if any of them would be interested in having a middle-aged grandmother attending their esteemed institutions. Happily, I heard from several and I happily attended the Texas Tech University School of Law and the Rawls School of Business from 2004 to 2007, earning joint degrees of a Juris Doctorate and MBA. Since 2007 I have operated as a solo practitioner focusing in the area of wills, trusts and probate as well as small business start-ups.. I am the mother of three beautiful daughters and grandmother of three incredible youngsters. I am also the proud mom of four cats and grandmother to a spoiled Husky named Gypsy. When I'm not working I read incessantly, knit whenever I can find the time, love eating out with my friends and having my grandkids over to play.

I am dedicated to pursuing the best outcome for my clients in every practice area both as an attorney and as a mediator. I strive to help people resolve legal matters either in court or in a mediation room, allowing them to move on.

I am an Estate Planning and Probate Attorney in San Antonio, Texas, where I provide legal services to families in San Antonio and the surrounding Texas Hill County. I help people who need to get their affairs in order by designing a comprehensive estate plan that is custom-tailored to the needs of their family. Not only do my clients achieve peace of mind knowing that they are protected in the event of their incapacity, but they are also comforted by the fact that their assets will be easily and promptly distributed to their loved ones after they have passed.. I graduated from the George Washington University Law School and started my legal career in Washington, D.C., where I worked in the U.S. House of Representatives on Capitol Hill. I began to focus my career solely on estate planning after the unexpected death of my father, and the devastating aftermath that resulted because he did not have an estate plan in place.. I am a member of the State Bar of Texas’ Real Estate, Probate, and Trust Law Section, as well as the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). I enjoy traveling, surfing, and learning French. I also enjoy watching the San Antonio Spurs “Race for Seis” with my husband, Larbi.

I am a Board Certified Family Lawyer and have been so for more than 25 years. My practice is exclusively family law. I understand how emotionally, psychologically and financially difficult divorce can be for all those involved. I also understand the importance of getting value for your hard earned money. I work closely with my clients to ensure you understand the law and how those laws impact your case. I work hard to be available for my people and spend the time necessary to ensure you understand your situation and the options available to you.

Happily married with children. Educated and living in San Antonio since 1995 with intentions to stay forever. My beautiful wife is a dedicated and loving mother with a very successful career. As a couple, we enjoy our careers which allow us to maximize time spent with our children who engage in as many diverse activities as are made available to them, including: soccer, basketball, karate, football, surfing, baseball, biking, hiking, and violin.. Eagle Scout - Troop 41, Phoenix, Arizona. Overseas education in Cuenca, Ecuador, South America - 1992. Work history and lived abroad in Cuenca, Ecuador 1994-1995. Work history in Monterrey, Mexico - 1996.. Strong foundation in culture and language in Mexico and Ecuador, South America.. Command of Spanish language - oral and written.

Former Judge of County Court at Law No. 6 from January 1, 1995 to December 31, 1998.

Every case is unique and presents its own challenges, and I look forward to the opportunity to serve clients to help them achieve the best possible outcome.  I make it a priority to advocate for my clients as though their objectives were my own.. Born and raised in San Antonio, I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the residents of this great city.  I love raising my children here with the help of my family, and I consider San Antonio to be part of my family.

David is licensed to practice in Texas and Florida.  His practice areas include:. Estate Planning Law. Probate Law. Guardianship Law. Business Law. Real Estate Law. David belongs to several organizations, currently or in the past, including the San Antonio Estate Planners Council, the Planned Giving Council of San Antonio, and the San Antonio Christian Business Chamber of Commerce.  He has been Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2010.  Only ten percent of all attorneys in Texas are Board Certified in any practice area, and fewer than one percent are Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law.  Board Certification is a mark of excellence and a distinguishing accomplishment.  Board Certified lawyers are the only attorneys allowed by the State Bar of Texas to publicly represent themselves as a specialist in a select area of the law.  For more information on the value of working with a Board Certified attorney, visit the Texas Board of Legal Specialization website at .. Mr. Butterbaugh serves on the Advisory Board of the Salvation Army San Antonio Area Command and has chaired its Programs Committee.   He also has served as an Elder at Grace Community Church of San Antonio ().   He is married to Adela and has been blessed by God with three wonderful children.