Leakey Estate Planning Lawyers

Karen’s practice area focuses on estate planning, contested and uncontested probate, guardianship, and fiduciary litigation. She attended and graduated from Baylor University School of Law with a concentration in Estate Planning. Her attention to detail and responsiveness sets her apart from other probate attorneys.

Mr. Oswald has handled numerous contested divorce cases, probate cases and civil lawsuits for Texas families and their loved ones. He is a native Texan and and a graduate of South Texas College of Law Houston. Mr. Oswald enjoys reading, art museums, music, film and getting outdoors for recreation and exercise. He is an avid NFL football and NHL hockey fan. He loves spending his spare time with his family and their pet dog, Geo.

Everyone knows that the idiosyncrasies of our legal system can often result in unreasonably protracted legal disputes, as endless appeals and requests drag out even the simplest of cases for months and even years. At the offices of Dwain Downing Attorney at Law , we feel it is our mission to provide the fastest and best legal service possible

Peter focuses his practice on providing cost-effective counsel to his clients before, during, and after some of the most difficult times in a family’s life. He has extensive experience working with individuals, families, executors, and trustees in estate planning and administration, probate matters, wills, trust, asset protection planning, and probate litigation. He takes a personalized approach with each of his clients to guide them through all phases of estate planning and the preparation of wills, trusts, financial or medical powers of attorney, and physician directives based on their specific goals. Peter also advises clients who recently relocated to Texas to...

Thomas H. Smith III was born and raised in Arlington, Texas. He graduated from Texas A&M University in 2002 with a degree in Chemistry and a minor in Mathematics. He then attended the University of Houston Law Center where he served as an Articles Editor for the Houston Journal of International Law. Tom began working at Roger G. Jain & Associates as a clerk in February 2004. When he graduated from UH Law Center in 2005, he continued here as an attorney, where he has worked through today. He is a trial lawyer, whose insight, analysis, and attention to detail have...

Mrs. Freed has been practicing in the areas of Estate planning and Administration for over 8 years. Estate planning may include Wills, Trusts, Asset protection, special needs trusts and tax planning related to IRAs, 401Ks and other tax deferred plans. Estate Administration may include Probate, Heirship determination, family settlement agreements, and federal estate tax return preparation.

Jonathan D. Sykes is a licensed solo practitioner in northwest Houston since 1997; following a 16 year career as Vice President of Pilot Petroleum, and manager in the environmental and real estate industries. He is a past President of the Houston Northwest Bar Association, and currently admitted to file consumer bankruptcies in 3 Texas Regions (Southern, Northern, and Eastern). Specialties include Consumer Bankruptcy, Family Law, Real Estate, Small Business, and Probate. He also has mediated cases for other attorneys with over 80% settled. Education includes a Master of Business Administration from Houston Baptist University in 1989, and...

My practice philosophy is to provide my clients with the highest quality legal services they deserve at a fair and reasonable price. We have handled cases ranging from the simplest uncontested matter to extensive litigation against some of Houston's largest law firms. I enjoy working with my clients to determine their best course of action and include them in each step of the process. Call today to schedule your consultation - you will always meet with an attorney, not a paralegal. We have two locations for your convenience - Old Town Tomball and greater Houston. Don't delay...

Licensed Texas Attorney April 1973, State Bar of Texas No. 04086500 (AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and In Good Standing); Certified Attorney Ad Litem/Guardian Ad Litem in Probate Matters by the State Bar of Texas

Selected Examples of Legal/Business Experience (By Area)

General Business Law and Transactions: Business Entity Formation, Governance and Successor Planning. OEM Agreements. Vendor/Reseller, Supply and Service Contract Negotiation and Drafting. Employment Agreements. Commercial and Residential Real Estate. Construction Contracts. Insurance Company, Broker and Agent Transactions. Texas Land Title Insurance, Incl. Defense. UCC. State and Federal Litigation....

I attended South Texas College of Law and began practicing law in 2012. I believe that my clients should get the individualized care that they require by truly listening to their needs and then helping them to create a step-by-step solution to achieve their goals. Working in Katy in the areas of Probate, Guardianship, Medicaid and Estate Planning for the past six years, I have built a reputation among my clients, colleagues and the Courts as an experienced, honest, trustworthy and cost effective solution to legal problems. As a mother of two, I understand family dynamics and...

Attorney John Haugen has been serving the needs of his community and nation for his entire life. He graduated from West Point and then went on to spend five years as an U.S. Army Captain. After he was honorably discharged, he continued his higher education at USC, then received his Juris Doctor as Texas Wesleyan School of Law. Currently, he is a member of the Dallas County Bar Association, Denton County Bar Association, and the Tarrant County Bar Association. He is licensed to practice in all Texas courts, and advocates for clients who are facing family law matters, criminal defense...

At The Larson Law Office, our Houston lawyers represent Texas clients in divorce, child custody, child support and other family law matters. Additionally, we help clients with estate planning issues, including Wills, Trusts and Medical Directives. We also represent consumers in debt collection harassment litigation against abusive creditors.

I have been practicing law for 30 years. I obtained my law degree from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law in 1994 and graduated in the top 10% of my class. I am licensed to practice in Texas and North Dakota and in all federal courts in Texas and North Dakota plus the Supreme Court of the United States. Before I obtained my law degree, I worked as an environmental engineer for 10 years and before that I was a brakeman/conductor for the Burlington Northern Railroad and a trainmaster for the Colorado & Southern Railway. I wrote about my railroad...

KC Ashmore is a dedicated attorney and proud United States Coast Guard veteran who served in Search and Rescue from 1992 to 1996, embodying the motto "Semper Paratus" (Always Ready). Residing in Rockwall, Texas with his wife and children, KC balances family life with his legal career. When not practicing law, he enjoys quality time with family, outdoor activities, and motorcycle rides. KC's commitment to service extends throughout his community involvement. He actively participates in Habitat for Humanity building projects, serves on the Rockwall Bar Association's Board of Directors, and previously chaired the Dallas Bar Association's Home Project benefiting Dallas Area Habitat...

Mrs. Larson's practice consists of representing individuals in divorce, family law, custody cases, estate planning, and debt collector abuse cases. She also represents and advises small and family businesses in litigation, contract review and creation, creation of business entities, and general counsel role.

1. Federal & State Taxes IRS and State Tax Problems, Tax Returns (Individual, business, estate) and solutions - including release IRS Levies, Liens, audits, Offers in Compromise, Payment Plans, Protests and Appeals, innocent spouse, employment tax problems, including trust fund penalties and responsible persons, CID criminal tax investigations, sales tax and property tax, admitted to U.S. Tax, District and Bankruptcy Courts, and all State Courts. 2. Bankruptcy Individual and small business - Chapters 7, 13, and 11, for tax debts and consumer or business debts, tax discharges, sales tax bankruptcies, payment plans and tax releases. Representing Debtors and...

Focusing on the LGBT & Queer community, deborah lawson, Attorney at Law, p.l.l.c., is a boutique law firm championing the often forgotten middle class, providing answers to legal questions without getting stuck in the financially burdensome labyrinth of litigation. deborah’s mission is to offer alternatives to the costly archaic legal system that emphasizes fight over flight, equipping her clients to soar through life legally protected.

Marla Morgan Mundheim has over 26 years of experience in estate planning, trusts, real estate, small business, negotiations, probate, and contract development. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Missouri in 1992 and attended Law School at Oklahoma City University School of Law, where she graduated with honors in 1996. She was admitted to the Texas State Bar in November of 1996. While in law school, Marla earned the Excellence for the Future Award in Wills and Estates from the Center of Computer-Assisted Legal Instructions (CALI), served as Research Editor for the Law Review, and was recognized for...

The Law Office of Carrie T. Schilling can guide you help you prepare for your family's future; from a simple will to a full estate package. She is also ready to represent you in cases involving civil appeals and family law. She provides affordable representation without compromising quality. If you are facing a legal problem and are in need representation, don’t delay. Waiting to seek legal advice frequently exacerbates the complexity and cost of the issue.

Ms. Schilling graduated from Texas A&M at Galveston in 1999 and received a Juris Doctorate from California...

The attorneys and staff of The Joyal Law Firm, PLLC use their honed legal skills to ensure our clients are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve. While our clients benefit from the extensive experience and skills of our attorneys and staff, we understand it takes more than legal know-how to get the results they need - Common Sense, Excellent Communication Skills, and an Earnest Desire for Just Results are critical aspects of serving our client's needs. Call us today to discuss your concerns and legal matters with Edward or Leslie - We are always happy to...

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We have limited our practice to Estate Planning and Taxation. And we are dedicated to giving you the legal solutions and tools you will need to plan and build for your future with confidence.


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Attorney Carol Willis Butrus is a native from Dallas, Texas. She graduated from Pearce High School in 1980, and earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Colorado College in 1984. Attorney Butrus received her Juris Doctorate in 1987 from the Washington University School of Law in St. Louis, Missouri. In 1987 Ms. Butrus was admitted to the State Bar of Texas. She then relocated to Philadelphia and earned her Master’s Degree in Tax Law from Villanova University. After graduating, Attorney Butrus returned to Dallas to begin her current practice, Carol Willis Butrus, Attorney at Law. At the...

My primary focus is on full service commercial and residential real estate transactions with particular emphasis on document preparation and escrow services, commercial due diligence, foreclosures and foreclosure workouts, landlord/tenant relations and construction lien rights.