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Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
315 Dwyer Ave, San Antonio, TX 78204
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
2301 Broadway Street, San Antonio, TX 78215
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
8620 N. New Braunfels, Suite N416, San Antonio, TX 78217
Wills Lawyers | New Braunfels Office | Serving San Antonio, TX
785 N. Loop 337, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
14100 San Pedro Ave, Suite 450, San Antonio, TX 78232
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
18911 Hardy Oak Blvd, #105, San Antonio, TX 78258
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
3004 Nacogdoches Road, San Antonio, TX 78217
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
814 N. Alamo, San Antonio, TX 78215
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
18756 Stone Oak Pkwy, Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78258
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
12000 Huebner Road, Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78230
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
104 Babcock Rd, San Antonio, TX 78201
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
300 Convent St, Suite 2700, San Antonio, TX 78205
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
9901 I-10, Suite 800, San Antonio, TX 78230
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
3707 N. St. Mary's St., Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78212
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
613 Northwest Loop 410, Suite 840, San Antonio, TX 78216
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
112 East Pecan Street, Weston Centre, Suite 1800, San Antonio, TX 78205
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
112 E Pecan St, Suite 720, San Antonio, TX 78205
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
1920 Nacogdoches Road, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX 78209
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
9002 Wurzbach Road, San Antonio, TX 78240
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
8700 Crownhill Boulevard, Suite 300, San Antonio, TX 78209
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
1250 NE Loop 410, Suite 315, San Antonio, TX 78209
Wills Lawyers | New Braunfels Office | Serving San Antonio, TX
170 E San Antonio St, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
401 E Sonterra Blvd, Suite 375, San Antonio, TX 78258
Wills Lawyers | San Antonio Office
112 East Pecan Street, Suite 1240, San Antonio, TX 78205
Lead Counsel independently verifies Wills attorneys in San Antonio and checks their standing with Texas bar associations.
Our Verification Process and CriteriaA will is a legal document that allows a person to decide how property and assets will be distributed after death. If a will does not exist, the state’s probate court disburses the person’s belongings according to intestacy laws.
Although you can write a will without the benefit of legal counsel, the best course is to consult a San Antonio wills attorney. The attorney can draft your will to ensure it is legal, that your wishes are honored, and anticipate contingencies that could prevent the will from being challenged.
It is in your best interest to get legal help early on in addressing your situation. There are times when hiring a lawyer quickly is critical to your case, such as if you are charged with a crime. It may also be in your best interest to have a lawyer review the fine print before signing legal documents. A lawyer can also help you get the compensation you deserve if you’ve suffered a serious injury. For issues where money or property is at stake, having a lawyer guide you through the complexities of the legal system can save you time, hassle, and possibly a lot of grief in the long run.
Prepare for your consultation by writing down notes of your understanding of the case, jot down questions and concerns for the attorney, and gather your documents. Remember that you are trying to get a sense of whether the attorney has your trust and can help you address your legal issues. Questions should include how the attorney intends to resolve your issue, how many years he/she has been practicing law and specifically practicing in your area, as well as how many cases similar to yours the attorney has handled. It can also be helpful to broach the subject of fees so that you understand the likely cost and structure of your representation by a specific attorney and/or legal team.
A reputable attorney will be very upfront about how he/she will charge you. The three most common fee structures that attorneys use to charge for their services are:
Depending on your specific legal situation, it’s possible that only one type of fee structure is available. For instance, criminal defense attorneys almost always bill by the hour. In a flat fee arrangement, an attorney accepts a one-time payment to help you resolve your issue. With a contingent fee agreement, the client pays little to nothing upfront and the attorney receives a percentage of the money recovered if you win your case.
Pro se – This Latin term refers to representing yourself in court instead of hiring professional legal counsel. Pro se representation can occur in either criminal or civil cases.
Statute – Refers to a law created by a legislative body. For example, the laws enacted by Congress are statutes.
Subject matter jurisdiction – Requirement that a particular court have authority to hear the claim based on the specific type of issue brought to the court. For example, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court only has subject matter jurisdiction over bankruptcy filings, therefore it does not have the authority to render binding judgment over other types of cases, such as divorce.