Texas Estate Planning Attorney for Individuals, Families & Business Owners

Estate Planning Services

We work alongside individuals and families who want to protect what they’ve built and ensure their wishes are carried out — without leaving the hard decisions to a court.

Wills

A will is the foundation of any estate plan — the document that tells the world what should happen to your property, your minor children, and your final affairs when you’re gone. Without one, Texas law decides for you, and the result rarely matches what most families actually want. A well-drafted will lets you name the people you trust to carry out your wishes, distribute your assets the way you choose, and spare your loved ones from unnecessary conflict and expense. We draft wills that are clear, enforceable under Texas law, and tailored to your family’s situation — whether your needs are straightforward or more complex.

Trusts

A trust is one of the most flexible tools in estate planning, allowing you to control how and when your assets are distributed — often without the delays, costs, and public exposure of probate. Trusts can protect minor children, provide for a loved one with special needs, manage property across generations, or shield assets from creditors and lawsuits. Texas recognizes several types, including revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, and specialized trusts for specific goals. We help you decide whether a trust fits your plan, choose the right structure, and draft it to do exactly what you need it to do.

Powers of Attorney – Statutory and/or Medical

A power of attorney gives someone you trust the legal authority to act on your behalf — whether that’s managing finances, making healthcare decisions, or handling day-to-day affairs if you’re unable to do so yourself. Without one, even a spouse or adult child may have no legal standing to step in during a crisis. We help you choose the right type of power of attorney for your situation and make sure it works the way you intend when it’s needed most.

Deeds

Transferring real property is one of the most consequential steps in any estate plan — and one of the easiest to get wrong. Whether you’re adding a family member to a title, transferring property into a trust, or preparing for what happens to your home after you’re gone, the deed has to be drafted and recorded correctly. Texas offers several tools to do it right, including Lady Bird Deeds, Transfer on Death Deeds, Warranty Deeds, Quitclaim Deeds, transfers into a trust, and deed corrections. We handle the drafting and recording so your property ends up exactly where you intend.

Estate Litigation

Even the most carefully prepared estate can face challenges. When family members dispute a will, question the validity of a trust, or disagree over how an estate is being administered, the situation can escalate quickly. With 15 years of litigation experience, Wyatt Holtsclaw knows how to protect your rights — whether that means negotiating a resolution or taking the fight to court.

Straightforward Answers Before It’s Too Late

Estate planning raises real questions: Who gets what when you’re gone? Who makes medical or financial decisions if you’re incapacitated? What happens to your business, your home, your children?

At Holtsclaw Law Firm, you work directly with your attorney — not a paralegal, not a form. You’ll receive a plan tailored to your situation, explained in plain language, at a price that makes sense.

How We Help

Every estate looks different. We assist with:

• Wills and last testaments
• Revocable and irrevocable trusts
• Powers of attorney (financial and medical)
• Healthcare directives and living wills
• Beneficiary designation reviews
• Business succession planning
• Guardianship designations for minor children

From the first meeting, you can expect honest guidance and a clear plan. We explain your options without the legal jargon, help you understand what each document actually does, and make sure nothing important gets left out.

Your Path Forward

Here’s what working with Holtsclaw Law looks like:

First, we sit down to understand your family, your assets, and your goals. Next, we design a plan that reflects your wishes and holds up under legal scrutiny. Then we draft, review, and execute the documents — so everything is in place when it matters most.

Throughout the process, you have direct access to an attorney who understands both the legal and personal dimensions of estate planning. That combination helps you avoid the gaps and oversights that can cause real problems for the people you leave behind.

Schedule Your Consultation

Don’t leave your family’s future to chance. Contact Holtsclaw Law Firm today to schedule your consultation. A solid estate plan is one of the most important things you can do for the people you love — and we’re here to make it straightforward.