Collin County
As a Texas based law firm, we have handled contested estates in Collin County for over a decade. That is very important. We have handled contested estates in Collin County for over a decade. We are a law firm that knows the landscape in Collin County and we have the contacts. We routinely represent clients in McKinney, Plano, Frisco, Allen and other parts of Collin County.
As of the 2020 census, the county's population was over 1.13 million, making it one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States. The county seat is McKinney, one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. The economy is booming.
The explosive growth is due in part to its close proximity to Dallas, as well as its strong economy, good schools, and attractive quality of life. The county is home to several major corporations and has a thriving business community, including Toyota and other relocated companies.
Numerous recent developments in Frisco near the North Dallas Tollway comprise what has been nicknamed the $5 Billion Mile. Such developments include the Star, Frisco Station, and the Gate.
Additionally, Collin County has a growing population of retirees, leading to increased demand for probate litigation services. Assets in estate disputes can be large, based on land and real estate values. The average value of houses in Collin County increased from $276,818 in 2010 to $478,711 in 2020. This represents an increase of 73.1% over the decade.
Collin County has its own statutory probate court. The Collin County Probate Court has exclusive jurisdiction over estate matters, wills and trusts, and probate administration. It is one of the busiest probate courts in Texas. Because of the size of the docket, contested matters are often heard by associate judges.
The Collin County Probate Court is in McKinney, the county seat. The courthouse is a short drive from our firm's main law office.
Collin County Probate and Will Contests
We are a law firm that handles probate and estate contests. We do not handle routine estate planning or estate administration. We do not prepare estate planning documents. We do not handle family law matters.
But we understand probate and the probate litigation process. We protect your interests during difficult times, from start to finish. Our legal team has extensive experience in not only will contests, but also suing and defending an executor, evaluating a beneficiary designation, a trust agreement, defending claims of a creditor, and Texas law applying to your circumstance.
Estate disputes are difficult. Heirs are grieving the loss of the deceased person. Consulting a probate attorney for legal representation can be an emotional process. We understand. We are compassionate.
Contact us to schedule a free consultation. We offer flexible attorney fees options. We protect your inheritance every step of the way. (800) 323-1857 (903) 893-8177