Texas Deed Attorney for Property Transfers & Real Estate Transactions

Deed Services

We work alongside individuals, families, and estate representatives who need to transfer real property clearly, correctly, and in a way that holds up over time.

Warranty Deeds

A warranty deed transfers property with a guarantee that the title is clear and that the seller will defend against any future claims. It’s the most common deed used in real estate sales and provides the highest level of protection for the buyer. We draft warranty deeds that meet Texas requirements and accurately reflect the terms of your transaction.

Quitclaim Deeds

A quitclaim deed transfers whatever ownership interest the grantor holds, without any guarantees about the state of the title. These are commonly used between family members, in divorce settlements, or to clear up title issues. We help you understand when a quitclaim deed is the right tool and when a different approach better protects your interests.

Lady Bird Deeds (Enhanced Life Estate Deeds)

A Lady Bird Deed allows you to transfer property to a named beneficiary upon your death — while retaining full control and use of the property during your lifetime. It’s a powerful estate planning tool that helps families avoid probate on real property without giving up control now. We help you determine whether a Lady Bird Deed fits your plan and draft it properly under Texas law.

Transfer on Death Deeds

A Transfer on Death Deed lets you name a beneficiary who will automatically receive your property when you pass away — without probate and without affecting your ownership or control during your lifetime. You can revoke or change it at any time. It’s a straightforward, low-cost way to keep real property out of probate, but it has to be drafted and recorded correctly to be effective under Texas law. We make sure it’s done right.

Deeds into Trusts

Transferring real property into a trust is a critical step in making your estate plan actually work. If the deed isn’t properly executed and recorded, your property may not pass as intended — potentially forcing your family through probate anyway. We handle deed transfers into revocable and irrevocable trusts to make sure your plan functions the way it’s designed.

Deed Corrections

Errors on a recorded deed — misspelled names, incorrect legal descriptions, wrong marital status, or other inaccuracies — can create real problems down the road, often surfacing at the worst possible time when you’re trying to sell, refinance, or settle an estate. We prepare correction deeds (and, where appropriate, scrivener’s affidavits) to fix these issues and restore a clean chain of title.

Adding a Spouse to a Deed

It’s common for property to be titled in only one spouse’s name — sometimes because it was purchased before marriage, sometimes by oversight. Adding the other spouse to the deed can be important for estate planning, homestead protection, and avoiding complications later. We handle these transfers carefully so the change accomplishes what you actually want without creating unintended tax or title consequences.

Straightforward Answers About Your Property

Deed transfers raise real questions: What type of deed do you need? What are the tax implications? How do you make sure the title is clear and the transfer is legally sound?

At Holtsclaw Law Firm, you work directly with your attorney to answer those questions before the paperwork is signed. We make sure you understand what you’re doing, why it matters, and how it fits into your broader estate plan.

How We Help

Every property situation is different. We assist with:

• Warranty deeds
• Quitclaim deeds
• Lady Bird deeds
• Deeds into trusts
• Transfer-on-death deeds
• Title review and clearing
• Deed corrections and amendments

From the first meeting, you’ll get clear answers and a straightforward plan. We handle the drafting, review, and recording so nothing gets missed.

Your Path Forward

Here’s what working with Holtsclaw Law looks like:

First, we review your property, your goals, and how the transfer fits into your overall estate plan. Next, we identify the right type of deed and draft it to accurately reflect your intentions. Then we walk you through execution and make sure the deed is properly recorded with the county — so the transfer is legally complete and your records are clean.

The details matter in real estate. We make sure they’re handled correctly.

Schedule Your Consultation

A property transfer done wrong can create problems that outlast you. Contact Holtsclaw Law Firm today to schedule your consultation. We’ll make sure your real estate ends up exactly where you intend — without the complications.