Business Details
46 Years
experience
Trusted Estate Planning & Probate Attorneys in Grapevine, TX
The Law Office Of John C. Arneson has served clients across North Texas since 1980, specializing in estate planning, probate law, and elder law. Our founder, John C. Arneson, holds board certification in Estate Planning and Probate Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, reflecting decades of dedicated practice. We combine extensive experience in probate proceedings, guardianship matters, and real estate transactions with personalized legal strategies tailored to individual client needs. Our firm maintains active involvement in estate tax planning, Medicaid eligibility, and litigation support across Dallas, Tarrant, Denton, and Collin counties.We emphasize proactive client education through comprehensive estate planning questionnaires and flexible consultation options at 12 DFW locations. Our practice extends to real estate documentation, debt collection litigation, and business formation services while maintaining strict adherence to ethical legal standards. We measure success through client testimonials highlighting prompt service, professional execution, and successful probate resolutions. Our team's longevity in the North Texas legal community demonstrates our commitment to reliable, experienced legal representation.
Services
Probate Law
Estate Planning
Guardianships
Elder Law
General Litigation
Real Estate Law
Collections
Medicaid Planning
Powers of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law since 1996
- 40+ years of continuous legal practice in North Texas
- 12 convenient DFW locations with flexible appointment times
- Comprehensive approach combining estate planning with elder law expertise
- Proven success in probate proceedings and complex litigation matters
Associations and certifications
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Prompt, cooperative and professional
Most informative about details
Handled probate quickly
Could not have been surpassed
Recommend for legal matters
Services
Probate Law
Our probate law practice guides clients through Texas estate administration processes. We handle will validation, executor appointments, asset distribution, and court-required inventories. Our experience streamlines proceedings for estates with and without wills, minimizing delays and bond requirements. Clients benefit from our expertise in navigating complex probate regulations across multiple North Texas counties.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans addressing property distribution, tax considerations, and healthcare directives. Our services include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and Medicaid planning. We help clients maximize federal estate tax exemptions while ensuring proper documentation for asset transfer. Our approach considers both immediate needs and long-term family succession planning requirements.
Guardianships
Our firm assists families in establishing guardianships for incapacitated adults through Texas court proceedings. We guide clients through medical certification requirements, court appointments, and annual reporting obligations. We emphasize alternative solutions like durable powers of attorney to avoid guardianship when possible, focusing on clients' personal and financial protection needs.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice addresses long-term care planning, Medicaid eligibility, and veterans' benefits. We help clients navigate Medicare, Social Security, and nursing home issues while protecting family assets. Our comprehensive approach combines estate planning with practical solutions for aging clients and their families across North Texas.
General Litigation
We represent clients in diverse civil litigation matters across North Texas counties. Our practice includes contract disputes, business litigation, and real estate conflicts. We provide courtroom advocacy supported by thorough preparation, handling cases from initial filing through resolution. Our litigation experience spans corporate disputes and individual legal matters requiring strategic representation.
People
John C. Arneson
Attorney & Counselor
Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law since 1996 with 40+ years legal experience. Graduated from Southern Methodist University Law School in 1980 and practiced across multiple North Texas counties. Specializes in estate planning, probate, and elder law while maintaining active involvement in community legal affairs.
Questions
What estate planning documents should I have?
Essential documents include wills, powers of attorney (medical and financial), living wills, and guardianship designations. We customize plans based on individual needs and estate size.
How does Texas probate work without a will?
Texas requires court-supervised administration for intestate estates, including heir determination, debt classification, and asset distribution. Our firm streamlines this complex process for executors.
Can I avoid guardianship through advance planning?
Yes, properly drafted powers of attorney often eliminate the need for guardianship by allowing designated agents to manage financial and healthcare decisions.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients in Dallas, Tarrant, Denton, Collin, and surrounding North Texas counties with 12 convenient office locations across the DFW metroplex.
What litigation matters do you handle?
Our firm represents clients in contract disputes, business litigation, real estate conflicts, and other civil matters across all North Texas counties.
