Business Details
Trusted Houston Probate & Estate Planning Lawyers
Bacarisse Law is a dedicated legal practice specializing in probate, estate planning, guardianship, and elder law. Our attorneys combine compassionate representation with extensive experience to guide individuals, families, and fiduciaries through complex legal matters. We prioritize personalized service, offering flat-rate fees for estate planning packages and hourly rates for probate and guardianship cases. Our team emphasizes creative solutions to resolve family disputes while maintaining affordability and transparency.With offices in Houston and Waco, we provide hospital and nursing home visits for clients unable to travel. Our practice focuses on empowering clients to protect assets, plan for future needs, and navigate probate processes efficiently. We maintain strong professional networks for referrals in complementary legal areas. Every client receives individual attention, ensuring clear communication and tailored legal strategies that align with their unique circumstances.
Services
Probate
Estate Planning
Guardianship
Elder Law
Medicaid Planning
Wills
Trusts
Powers of Attorney
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized legal guidance with flat-rate estate planning packages
- Our attorneys specialize in Texas probate and guardianship proceedings
- We provide hospital and nursing home visitations for client convenience
- Non-litigation approach prioritizes family dispute resolution
- 20+ years of combined experience in elder law and Medicaid planning
What people say
Superb legal services
Professional in every regard
Knowledgeable and caring
Exceeded expectations
Respect and consideration
Services
Probate
Our probate services guide executors through Texas court processes to settle estates efficiently. We help obtain legal authority, manage asset distribution, and resolve disputes while minimizing costs. Our experienced team streamlines paperwork for both simple and complex estates.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and advance directives to protect assets and ensure wishes are honored. Our flat-rate packages cover essential documents like powers of attorney and healthcare directives for comprehensive future planning.
Guardianship
Our firm establishes legal guardianships for incapacitated adults and special needs individuals. We handle court filings, annual reporting requirements, and alternative planning through advance directives to maintain client autonomy when possible.
Elder Law
We provide specialized legal guidance for aging clients, including Medicaid qualification strategies and long-term care planning. Our services help protect assets while maintaining eligibility for government benefits through compliant trust structures.
Powers of Attorney
We draft durable powers of attorney for financial matters and medical directives to ensure client wishes are followed during incapacity. These documents designate trusted agents to make critical decisions when clients cannot.
People
Jana Fay Bacarisse
Attorney at Law
Experienced Houston attorney specializing in probate, estate planning, and guardianship. Compassionate advocate with extensive knowledge of Texas elder law and Medicaid planning. Provides personalized legal solutions for families during difficult transitions.
Margaret A. Wilson
Attorney
Legal professional at Bacarisse Law with focus on estate administration and guardianship proceedings. Collaborates with clients to navigate probate processes and implement effective estate planning strategies.
Jessica O. Ireton
Attorney
Dedicated legal practitioner assisting with estate planning documents and elder law matters. Works closely with clients to create comprehensive plans that protect assets and address future care needs.
Questions
What probate services do you offer?
We handle all aspects of Texas probate including will validation, executor appointments, asset distribution, and estate administration. Our attorneys streamline court processes while minimizing family conflicts.
Why is estate planning important?
Proper planning ensures your wishes are followed, protects assets for beneficiaries, and avoids court-determined distributions. We create customized plans using wills, trusts, and advance directives.
Do you offer flat-rate legal fees?
Yes, we provide flat-rate pricing for estate planning packages. Probate and guardianship matters are typically billed hourly with transparent cost agreements established upfront.
How can guardianship be established?
We assist with court filings to establish guardianship for incapacitated adults or special needs individuals. This includes preparing legal documents and guiding guardians through annual reporting requirements.
What elder law services do you provide?
Our elder law practice includes Medicaid qualification planning, long-term care strategies, and special needs trusts. We help protect assets while maintaining eligibility for government benefits.
Can you visit clients at home or hospital?
Yes, we offer home and hospital visits for estate planning consultations with additional fees based on circumstances. This service accommodates clients unable to visit our Houston or Waco offices.
