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5 Best Estate Planning Lawyers in Houston (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Lorian Hartfield
By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

A will you never got around to signing does not protect anyone. Houston's top estate planning lawyers on this page carry a combined 519 Google reviews, and most hold a perfect 5.0 or a 4.9, so the harder decision here is not who is competent, it is who fits your family's situation, from a straightforward will to a contested probate.

Short answer: The top-rated pick is a close call at 4.9 to 5.0 stars: Strohmeyer Law PLLC (5.0 across 104 reviews) is a dedicated estate, trust and tax practice with a No Unfinished Business trademark, Heights Law Group (5.0, 82 reviews) focuses on estate planning and probate for families, and Kreig LLC carries the most reviews on the page at 178, rated 4.5. Consultations are typically free; ask each firm for its own fee structure.
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Houston's Estate Planning Lawyers, Side by Side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Kreig LLC 4.5 ★ 178 Probate / most-reviewed View ›
2 Strohmeyer Law PLLC 5.0 ★ 104 Wills, trusts & tax View ›
3 Heights Law Group: Estate Planning and Probate 5.0 ★ 82 Family-focused planning View ›
4 The Galligan Law Firm 4.9 ★ 87 Complex & cross-border estates View ›
5 Amaral Tellawi Law 4.9 ★ 68 Boutique / business owners View ›
5 Best Estate Planning Lawyers in Houston (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Kreig LLC logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Kreig LLC

4.5178 Google reviews

Kreig LLC is a Houston estate planning and probate firm handling wills, trusts and probate administration, including cases where a loved one dies without a will. Its attorneys, including Dylan Hickey and Jacob Flores, work alongside paralegal staff to walk families through the probate process from filing through resolution. It carries the largest review base of any estate planning firm on this list.

What people praise

  • Clients say the team keeps them updated and answers every call
  • Handles intestate (no-will) probate, which reviewers describe as complex and stressful
  • Attorneys explain multiple legal paths rather than pushing one option
  • Straightforward about hourly rates and estimated costs upfront

Worth knowing

  • Rating sits a little below the other names here at 4.5
  • Best fit for probate and deed matters more than complex trust planning
Reputation scorecardrank in Houston
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume178 · 98th
Confidencemoderate
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown85% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The deepest review base on this page and a strong choice if you are already in a probate situation, particularly without a will. The rating trails the smaller specialist firms slightly, so ask about the specific attorney assigned to your case.

Website+1281-215-0152 Directions

335 T C Jester Blvd, Houston, TX 77004

Strohmeyer Law PLLC logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Strohmeyer Law PLLC

5.0104 Google reviews

Strohmeyer Law PLLC is a Houston firm built specifically around estate planning, probate and tax work, trademarked under the phrase No Unfinished Business. Led by John Strohmeyer, it handles wills, trusts, estate administration and the tax questions that come with them, aiming to simplify what can otherwise be a murky process. The firm keeps a full 7-day office schedule.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating across 104 reviews
  • Reviewers highlight clear, reasonable and transparent pricing
  • Explains complex trust and Texas estate law in plain terms
  • Will refer clients elsewhere when a matter falls outside its focus
Reputation scorecardrank in Houston
Rating5 / 5
Review volume104 · 93rd
Confidencemoderate
Recency4 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown99% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The highest-rated dedicated estate and tax practice on this list, with reviewers repeatedly calling out clarity and fair pricing. A strong first call for anyone setting up or updating a full trust and tax plan.

Website+1713-714-1249 Directions

2925 Richmond Ave 12th floor, Houston, TX 77098

Heights Law Group: Estate Planning and Probate logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Heights Law Group: Estate Planning and Probate

5.082 Google reviews

Heights Law Group: Estate Planning and Probate is a Houston firm concentrated on estate planning and probate guidance for families and business owners. Attorneys Christine and Amanda work directly with clients on trusts and estate documents, answering detailed questions about what happens to assets and dependents. The firm is based in the Heights.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating across 82 reviews
  • Reviewers consistently praise thorough, patient answers to detailed questions
  • Clients describe fees as fair for the work performed
  • Keeps clients updated with regular progress communication

Worth knowing

  • Smaller review base than the largest firms on this page
Reputation scorecardrank in Houston
Rating5 / 5
Review volume82 · 83rd
Confidencemoderate
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown99% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Tied for the highest rating here and built specifically for families who want their questions answered in full before signing anything. A strong pick if you want a plan explained clearly, not just drafted.

Website+1832-810-3373 Directions

912 Heights Blvd, Houston, TX 77008

The Galligan Law Firm logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Galligan Law Firm

4.987 Google reviews

The Galligan Law Firm is a Houston estate planning and probate practice handling everything from routine wills and trust updates to retirement-benefit coordination and contested probate matters. Attorneys including Kevin Horner and Mike work with clients whose families or assets span multiple states or countries, using translation support where needed. The firm has served Houston for over 20 years.

What people praise

  • 4.9 rating across 87 reviews
  • Reviewers highlight patience with cross-border and multilingual family situations
  • Sends a detailed questionnaire before meetings to identify real needs
  • Takes time to explain every clause of a completed estate plan

Worth knowing

  • Office hours vary by day, so scheduling can take coordination
Reputation scorecardrank in Houston
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume87 · 88th
Confidencemoderate
Recency5 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown97% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A long-running firm well suited to estates with more moving parts, whether that is a cross-border family, a business, or retirement accounts that need coordinating with the rest of the plan.

Website+1713-522-9220 Directions

1770 Saint James Place Ste 630, Houston, TX 77056

Amaral Tellawi Law logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Amaral Tellawi Law

4.968 Google reviews

Amaral Tellawi Law is a boutique, family-owned Houston firm practicing in trusts and estates alongside business and real estate law. Attorneys Thais Amaral Tellawi and Saeed Tellawi work with domestic and international individuals, families, and owners of privately held businesses on wills, trusts and related matters. The firm has represented Houston clients for several years.

What people praise

  • 4.9 rating across 68 reviews
  • Reviewers describe attorneys as patient listeners who tailor the plan to the client
  • Coordinates directly with a client's financial advisor when needed
  • Willing to make adjustments to an existing trust over time

Worth knowing

  • Smallest review count on this page, so the track record is thinner than the larger firms
Reputation scorecardrank in Houston
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume68 · 78th
Confidenceearly
Recency4 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A good fit for business owners or families who want their estate plan handled by the same boutique firm that can also touch real estate or business matters, though the newer review base means less volume to judge from.

Website+1832-295-0770 Directions

827 W 19th St, Houston, TX 77008

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How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the firm’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many clients have rated them, ranked against other Houston estate planning firms. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 5.0 from a hundred reviewers carries more weight than a 5.0 from a handful. Recency reflects how recently people are still leaving reviews. No firm can pay to change these numbers.

How much does estate planning cost in Houston? (2026)

Estate planning fees in Houston generally depend on the complexity of your assets and family situation, whether you need a simple will or a full trust with tax planning, and whether probate is contested or straightforward. Several firms above list free initial consultations. We could not source a reliable, current published price table for this trade, so we are not printing numbers that could go stale or mislead. Ask each firm for its flat-fee or hourly quote in writing before committing.

Serving all of Houston

The estate planning lawyers above cover Houston and the wider metro, including Montrose, The Heights, River Oaks, Midtown and the Galleria area, with several firms also handling clients across Southeast Texas. Searching for an estate planning lawyer near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and address so you can reach the closest option directly.

What to ask before you hire an estate planning lawyer

  • Is the fee flat-rate or hourly, and what does the initial consultation cover?
  • Will you draft a will, a trust, or both, and what is the difference for my situation?
  • How do you handle updates if my family or assets change later?
  • If I need probate, what is the realistic timeline for my case?
  • Do you coordinate with my financial advisor or accountant on retirement accounts?
  • Will the same attorney handle my case from start to finish?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these estate planning lawyers?

We started from every estate planning firm in Houston with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do I need a lawyer to write a will in Texas?

Texas does not require a lawyer to write a will, but an attorney helps avoid mistakes that can complicate probate later, especially with trusts, blended families, or out-of-state property. This page is general information, not legal advice.

What is the difference between a will and a trust?

A will directs how assets are distributed after death and typically goes through probate; a trust can transfer assets outside of probate and may offer more control over timing and conditions. Which one fits depends on your assets and goals, so ask a licensed attorney to review your specific situation.

The bottom line

For most Houston families, Strohmeyer Law or Heights Law Group are the safest starting points on pure rating and consistency, while Kreig LLC brings the deepest track record if you are already going through probate. Whoever you call, get the scope and fee in writing before signing anything.

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