How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Nueces County, Texas?
When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Nueces County.
We found 8 estate law firms serving Nueces County. Nueces County is part of the South Texas / Rio Grande Valley region.
These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Nueces County County Courts at Law (Nos. 1-5).
Texas uses formal, court-supervised probate, which makes an attorney worthwhile for most estates in Nueces County — the filing sequence, notice requirements, and accounting leave little room for error. Estates under the small-estate threshold are the usual exception.
Probate attorney fees in Texas are based on reasonable compensation — typically 2%Tex. Est. Code § 352.051 (reasonable and necessarily incurred fees; no statutory percentage)Verified Jun 11, 2026 to 4%Tex. Est. Code § 352.051 (reasonable and necessarily incurred fees; no statutory percentage)Verified Jun 11, 2026 of the estate's value, billed hourly or as a flat fee. Ask a Nueces County firm to quote a structure up front.
A probate attorney files the petition with the County Courts at Law (Nos. 1-5), publishes the required creditor notices, prepares the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. They represent the personal representative — not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if a dispute develops.
South Texas / Rio Grande Valley Firms
Bunting & Bunting, P.C.
FirmBoard-certified estate planning and probate practice in Corpus Christi. Bradley Bunting has been board certified in estate planning and probate since 1993 with five consecutive recertifications. Family-run practice handling wills, living trusts, guardianships, probate administration, and estate and trust litigation.
Location
500 N Shoreline Blvd, Ste 307Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Phone
(361) 881-6060
Service Area
5 counties
Estate PlanningWillsLiving TrustsGuardianshipProbateEstate LitigationTrust Litigation
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Russell Manning Law PLLC
Solo PracticeCorpus Christi probate and estate planning attorney with over 30 years of experience. Handles estate litigation, will contests, Medicaid trusts, and probate mediation across the Coastal Bend region.
Location
711 N. Carancahua St, Suite 1810Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Phone
(361) 866-5842
Service Area
7 counties
ProbateEstate PlanningEstate LitigationWill ContestsTrust LitigationSpecial Needs TrustMedicaid PlanningPower Of Attorney
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Statewide Practices
These firms serve clients throughout Texas.
The Blum Firm, P.C.
FirmRanked Tier 1 in Trusts & Estates Law in the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers. Specializes in all areas of trust and tax planning and litigation.
Location
777 Main Street, Suite 550Fort Worth, TX 76102
Phone
(817) 334-0066
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationTax PlanningEstate LitigationWealth Transfer
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Germer PLLC
FirmStatewide Texas firm whose Beaumont office serves Jefferson, Orange, and Hardin counties through the Jefferson County courts. Attorneys Christopher Leavins and Gary Coker represent executors, trustees, and beneficiaries in estate administration, contested wills, trust litigation, guardianship, and incapacity planning. Five Texas offices let estate disputes that cross regions stay with one firm.
Location
550 Fannin, Suite 400Beaumont, TX 77701
Phone
(409) 654-6700
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningProbateTrust AdministrationGuardianshipTrust LitigationWill Contests
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Jackson Walker LLP
FirmJackson Walker's Trusts & Estates group handles probate, trust, and guardianship administration from its Austin office and statewide, serving high-net-worth families and family offices. Attorneys manage will filings, creditor claims, inventories, and estate and gift tax returns, and also handle fiduciary litigation, business succession, and charitable planning structures.
Location
100 Congress Avenue, Suite 1100Austin, TX 78701
Phone
(512) 236-2000
Service Area
Statewide
Trusts EstatesEstate PlanningWealth PlanningTax PlanningProbateTrust AdministrationGuardianship
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Porter Hedges LLP
FirmLarge Houston firm, founded in 1981, whose Trusts, Probate, and Estate Planning group serves families and fiduciaries across Texas. Handles estate and trust administration, probate, and will and trust drafting, and represents executors and trustees in fiduciary matters. Draws on the firm's tax and energy attorneys for estates holding closely held companies or oil-and-gas interests.
Location
1000 Main Street, 36th FloorHouston, TX 77002
Phone
(713) 226-6000
Established
1981
Service Area
Statewide
TrustsProbateEstate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust Administration
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Robbins Estate Law
FirmResponsive estate planning and probate law firm serving Austin, Houston, Dallas, and all of Texas. Helps clients with wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to ensure families avoid probate. 10 attorneys across multiple Texas offices.
Location
13625 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Bldg 5, Ste 200Cedar Park, TX 78613
Phone
(512) 851-1248
Service Area
Statewide
Estate PlanningProbateWillsTrustsPower Of AttorneyAsset ProtectionSpecial Needs Planning
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Spencer, Johnson, Harvell & Spencer, PLLC
FirmRecognized as a leader in estate (Will Contests), trust (Trust Disputes), and fiduciary (Executor, Administrator, Trust Officer and Guardian liability) litigation throughout Texas. Represents clients in Dallas, Fort Worth, Southlake, Denton, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, and other areas across the DFW region.
Location
500 N. Akard Street, Suite 2150Dallas, TX 75201
Phone
(214) 965-9999
Service Area
Statewide
Estate LitigationTrust LitigationWill ContestsTrust DisputesFiduciary LitigationGuardianship
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Frequently Asked Questions
Not every estate needs one. Simple estates, small estates under the affidavit threshold, and states with informal probate can often be handled without counsel. Contested wills, out-of-state property, and business interests usually need an attorney. The Texas self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.
Texas uses reasonable fees for probate. Typical Nueces County rates run $200–$500/hour, with simple estates taking 20–40 hours. Flat-fee arrangements are available from some firms.
Files the petition, publishes required notices, helps with the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. The attorney represents the personal representative, not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if disputes arise.
Referrals from an estate planning attorney you already work with are the best source. Bar association directories are second. Avoid attorneys who won't quote a fee structure up front or who won't explain whether your estate qualifies for simplified procedures.
Yes — by avoiding probate altogether. A revocable living trust removes the estate from court jurisdiction, which removes the need for a probate attorney at settlement time. Create a revocable trust online for about what one hour of probate-attorney time costs.
Firm listings are for informational purposes only. SimplyTrust does not endorse or recommend any specific firm or attorney. Contact firms directly to discuss your situation and verify their current practice areas and availability. Information last verified: June 2026.
County Courts at Law (Nos. 1-5)
Nueces County
901 Leopard St, Room 201
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Phone:
361-888-0580Fax:
361-888-0329
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Paper Filing Available
E-Filing Optional
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