62/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 270 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in Texas City, TX: 2026 rankings
43 estate planning and probate lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Texas City: Your Legacy Legal Care®, LFR Score 62/100; 4.9★ from 270 Google reviews.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): John K. Zaid & Associates, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 43.
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Most-reviewed: John K. Zaid & Associates, 641 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 43 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
43 Texas City estate planning and probate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 5 are open 24/7, 6 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 43 rated law firms.
Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Texas City at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Your Legacy Legal Care® | 62 | 4.9★ (270) | Houston, 20 mi away | — | Top score |
| 2 | Generations Law Group of Texas | 61 | 4.8★ (101) | Alvin, 13 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Law Offices of GP Schoemakers, PLLC | 60 | 5.0★ (61) | Houston, 17 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | John K. Zaid & Associates | 59 | 4.6★ (641) | Houston, 17 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours, Most reviews |
| 5 | Perrin Law Firm | 59 | 5.0★ (36) | Houston, 17 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | The Christiansen Law Firm | 58 | 4.2★ (6) | Galveston, 9 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Oath - Houston Estate Planning & Investment Attorneys | 58 | 4.8★ (29) | League City, 15 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Leigh Cates Law Firm, PLLC | 58 | 5.0★ (18) | Dickinson, 12 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Heirloom Legal PLLC | 58 | 4.6★ (30) | Houston, 16 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Pinney Law Firm, PC | 57 | 4.7★ (60) | Baytown, 25 mi away | — | — |
All 43 estate planning and probate lawyers in Texas City, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Alvin, 13 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 101 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.
Based in Houston, 17 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Houston, 17 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 641 Google reviews, the most in Texas City.
Based in Houston, 17 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Galveston, 9 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Probate attorney”.
Based in League City, 15 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Dickinson, 12 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Houston, 16 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Baytown, 25 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 60 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Houston, 18 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Houston, 16 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 197 Google reviews.
Based in League City, 15 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in League City, 14 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#15 Hannah Law, PC
Based in Friendswood, 19 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 72 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based in Friendswood, 20 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in West University Place, 19 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#18 SimpleLawTX
Based in Houston, 16 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 263 Google reviews.
Based in Pearland, 24 mi away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 85 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Legal services”.
Based in League City, 16 mi away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 75 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#21 Donald LeGrand
Based in Texas City
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based in Alvin, 22 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based in Texas City
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in League City, 15 mi away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Houston, 18 mi away
48/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
All 43 estate planning and probate lawyers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #43, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | The Doyle Law Firm PLLC | 48 | 4.3★ (12) | 9 mi |
| 27 | Clark Diane D Attorney At Law | 48 | 3.5★ (22) | 15 mi |
| 28 | Law Office of Ian Michael Kuecker, PLLC | 48 | 4.6★ (16) | 15 mi |
| 29 | Mills Shirley LLP | 47 | 3.6★ (11) | 9 mi |
| 30 | The Law Offices of Suzanne Schwab-Radcliffe, PLLC | 47 | 4.0★ (57) | 16 mi |
| 31 | Maloney & Parks, LLP, Attorneys at Law | 47 | 5.0★ (10) | 13 mi |
| 32 | The Law Office of Erin C. Callahan, PLLC | 47 | 4.7★ (13) | 16 mi |
| 33 | McLeod Alexander Powel & Apffel | 46 | 4.0★ (4) | 9 mi |
| 34 | Elaine S. Michael Attorney at Law | 46 | 4.1★ (18) | 16 mi |
| 35 | Law Offices of Charles J Michael | 46 | 4.7★ (12) | 18 mi |
| 36 | Collins & Associates | 46 | 2.6★ (8) | 9 mi |
| 37 | Diana G. Bertini - Attorney At Law | 46 | 3.7★ (3) | 9 mi |
| 38 | William A. Brown LLC | 45 | 1.0★ (3) | 15 mi |
| 39 | Joseph P. Montalbano, P.C. | 45 | 4.8★ (5) | 18 mi |
| 40 | Shelly A. Merchant | 44 | 3.7★ (22) | 25 mi |
| 41 | Attorney Office of R T Willis, P.C. | 43 | 3.4★ (24) | 25 mi |
| 42 | Douglas Broch, PC | 43 | 5.0★ (3) | 20 mi |
| 43 | Dick Dawson Attorney at Law | 42 | 4.3★ (6) | 25 mi |
Also serving Texas City
14 more estate planning and probate lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alston & Engelhaupt, PLLC | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| Angel Reyes & Associates | 4.9★ (10) | In Texas City |
| Cari Brownlee, Attorney at Law | 5.0★ (2) | 25 mi |
| Goldsberry Portz | 4.4★ (14) | In Texas City |
| Greer Herz & Adams LLP | 5.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| Kelly Law Firm | 5.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
| Law Office of Beth A. Klein, P.C. | 5.0★ (1) | In Texas City |
| law office of Marcus Gregg | In Texas City | |
| Legrand Law Office | 5.0★ (18) | In Texas City |
| Lone Star Injury Attorneys, PLLC | 4.8★ (25) | In Texas City |
| Roberts, Johnson and Cain | 4.4★ (32) | In Texas City |
| Texas Family Protectors | 15 mi | |
| Texas Probate Law | In Texas City | |
| Trajan Wealth | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
How we ranked Texas City estate planning and probate lawyers
We scored 43 Texas City estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Texas City data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose an estate planning lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many estate planning and probate matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask what the flat fee includes: funding a trust, updates after life changes, and signing with witnesses.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask an estate planning lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Do I need a trust, or is a will enough for me?
- What does probate usually cost here, and how long does it take?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Estate planning and probate lawyers in Texas City: frequently asked questions
Which estate planning lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Texas City?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in Texas City, TX is Your Legacy Legal Care® with an LFR Score of 62/100. It has 4.9★ from 270 Google reviews. Generations Law Group of Texas (#2) and Law Offices of GP Schoemakers, PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 43 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many estate planning and probate lawyers are there in Texas City?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 43 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Texas City, TX. 2 of them are based in Texas City; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 14 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which estate planning and probate lawyers in Texas City are open 24/7?
5 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers in Texas City post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are John K. Zaid & Associates (#4), Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law (#12) and Hannah Law, PC (#15). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which estate planning and probate lawyers in Texas City work on weekends?
6 of 43 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are John K. Zaid & Associates (#4), The Christiansen Law Firm (#6) and Bailey & Galyen Attorneys at Law (#12). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Texas City estate planning and probate lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 43 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in Texas City is 4.7★, with a median of 18 reviews. John K. Zaid & Associates has the most, 641 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank estate planning and probate lawyers?
Each estate planning lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do estate planning and probate lawyers outside Texas City count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Texas City city center, our service radius for estate planning and probate lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can estate planning and probate lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do estate planning and probate lawyers in Texas City, TX charge?
Many estate planning lawyers charge a flat fee for wills, trusts and powers of attorney. Probate is billed hourly or, in some states, by a fee set by statute (California Probate Code §10810, for example). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $391 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
What happens if someone dies without a will?
State law decides who inherits (intestate succession), usually the spouse and children in set shares, and a court appoints someone to manage the estate. A will or trust lets you decide instead. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of estate planning and probate lawyers in Texas City, TX ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Texas City?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Texas City
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 43 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Texas City.
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