Estate Law. Litigated with Strategy. Resolved with Strength.
Led by Keith Morris, The Estate Lawyer PLLC delivers aggressive representation and trusted counsel for estate and trust matters across Texas. We combine courtroom power with strategic insight to protect wealth, defend legacies, and resolve disputes efficiently.
Aggressive. Strategic. Trusted.
At The Estate Lawyer PLLC, we approach every case with a single goal — to protect what matters most to our clients. Our firm is built on precision, integrity, and relentless advocacy. Led by Keith Morris, a seasoned estate litigator with over two decades of experience, we handle complex estate, trust, and fiduciary matters with a balance of power and professionalism.
We don’t just practice law — we execute strategy. Every motion, every argument, every negotiation is calculated to deliver results that stand the test of time.
Probate Estate Litigation & Administration
Probate Estate Litigation & Administration
Probate issues can escalate quickly when families, assets, and emotions collide. Our legal team follows a strategic approach, moving fast to take control of the situation. We confront disputes directly, keep executors accountable, and protect the estate from loss, delay, or mismanagement.
Our services cover:
- Probate litigation involving contested estates
- Executor misconduct, removal, and fiduciary breach
- Guidance for executors navigating legal responsibilities
- Full administration of estates, from filings to final distribution
- Asset protection during disputes or delays
Result: A tightly managed, transparent probate process that protects your family’s legacy from risk.
Will Contest & Defense of Wills
Will Contest & Defense of Wills
When a will raises questions, families deserve answers backed by evidence and decisive action. Our team investigates irregularities, challenges improper documents, and defends rightful beneficiaries with precision and unwavering focus.
Our services cover:
- Will contests involving fraud, undue influence, or capacity concerns
- Defense of valid wills against improper challenges
- Evidence gathering, witness interviews, and forensic review
- Representation in mediation or full trial litigation
Result: Your loved one’s true intentions are upheld and protected from manipulation or interference.
Trust Litigation & Administration
Trust Litigation & Administration
Trusts demand discipline, accountability, and strong oversight. Our legal team applies rigorous scrutiny to trustee conduct, resolves disputes with strategic force, and administers trusts with the clarity and structure high-value estates require.
Our services cover:
- Trust litigation involving breach of fiduciary duty or trustee misconduct
- Enforcement or defense of beneficiary rights
- Guidance for trustees on legal responsibilities
- Administration and modification of trusts to meet evolving family needs
Result: Stability, accountability, and long-term protection for every trust we manage or litigate.
Guardianship Litigation & Administration
Guardianship Litigation & Administration
Guardianship matters can be volatile and emotionally charged. Our team steps in to bring order, enforce compliance, and ensure vulnerable individuals receive the protection the law demands. We confront misconduct decisively and restore structure where conflict has taken hold.
Our services cover:
- Contested guardianship proceedings
- Removal of unfit or abusive guardians
- Guardian compliance, oversight, and reporting
- Establishment and administration of guardianships for minors or incapacitated adults
Result: Powerful oversight and a secure legal framework that protects those who cannot protect themselves.
Fiduciary & Commercial Litigation
Fiduciary & Commercial Litigation
When someone in a position of trust abuses their authority, the impact can be severe. Our legal team brings a detail-driven, aggressive litigation strategy to expose misconduct, recover losses, and restore control.
Our services cover:
- Fiduciary breach claims involving trustees, executors, and agents
- Partnership and shareholder disputes
- Financial mismanagement and fraud claims
- Contract disputes and commercial conflicts
Result: Accountability, financial recovery when possible, and decisive protection of your interests.
Estate Planning Services
Estate Planning Services
Strong estate plans prevent conflict and protect everything you have built. We design airtight, future-focused strategies to anticipate threats, strengthen asset protections, and ensure your wishes carry authority and legal force.
Our services cover:
- Wills, trusts, and advanced estate plans
- Asset protection strategies for high-value estates
- Powers of attorney and medical directives
- Business succession and long-term planning
Result: A secure estate plan that protects your assets and family with clarity and legal strength.
Mediation and Arbitration
Mediation and Arbitration
Not every dispute needs a courtroom battle. Our team uses structured, strategic mediation and arbitration to resolve conflicts quickly and privately, without sacrificing leverage or strength. When settlement is the smarter path, we guide the process with discipline and control.
Our services cover:
- Mediation for probate, trust, guardianship, and fiduciary disputes
- Arbitration for high-conflict or high-value matters
- Neutral evaluation and settlement negotiations
- Structured resolution strategies that avoid long litigation
Result: Efficient, cost-effective outcomes that maintain control and protect the estate’s value.
When everything feels uncertain, you need a lawyer who brings clarity, strength, and strategy to every move.
Protect What Matters Most.
Whether you’re facing a complex probate dispute or preparing for the future, The Estate Lawyer PLLC is here to stand by your side — strategic, relentless, and ready to act.
Ready to Protect What You’ve Built?
Book a confidential consultation today. Let’s make sure your legacy stands the test of time.