The Hartnett Law Firm is a boutique law firm concentrated in complex probate litigation issues. Three generations of lawyers working together to provide you and the community with the highest quality service. The Hartnett Law Firm is based in Dallas, but our lawyers serve clients all across the State of Texas. This area includes probate matters such as will contests, will construction, and removal of an administrator.
Occurs when a minor or adult is incapacitated and needs the probate court to appoint someone to assist in handling their affairs. Board certified in estate planning and probate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Twice selected by Texas Lawyer's as Texas's "Go-To" attorney for trust and Estate matters. Jay served as Chairman of the Probate Trusts and Estates Section of the Dallas Bar Association.
Fred has been with the firm since 1994 and has given back to the Probate community serving as chairman of the Probate section and as a DVAP mentor. Melinda is licensed in both New York and Texas and handles many of the firm's guardianship cases.
Occurs when a minor or adult is incapacitated and needs the probate court to appoint someone to assist in handling their affairs. Board certified in estate planning and probate law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Twice selected by Texas Lawyer's as Texas's "Go-To" attorney for trust and Estate matters. Jay served as Chairman of the Probate Trusts and Estates Section of the Dallas Bar Association.
Fred has been with the firm since 1994 and has given back to the Probate community serving as chairman of the Probate section and as a DVAP mentor. Melinda is licensed in both New York and Texas and handles many of the firm's guardianship cases.
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The Hartnett Law Firm is comprised of nine attorneys working in a very unique environment.
All nine of us are related, and this relationship among the attorneys allows for a type of collaboration you won't find at other firms.
In most instances, all of our attorneys will contribute to your case allowing for a broad array of ideas and strategies.
Individually, each of our attorneys brings something different to the firm dynamic, but there are certain qualities that all seven share.
First, all are passionate about probate litigation, which is part of why our firm practices solely this area of the law.
All nine of us are related, and this relationship among the attorneys allows for a type of collaboration you won't find at other firms.
In most instances, all of our attorneys will contribute to your case allowing for a broad array of ideas and strategies.
Individually, each of our attorneys brings something different to the firm dynamic, but there are certain qualities that all seven share.
First, all are passionate about probate litigation, which is part of why our firm practices solely this area of the law.
Donna was instrumental in the development of The Hartnett Law Firm.
She was a dedicated member of The Hartnett Law Firm since its inception, but her history with the Hartnett's goes even further.
Donna began working with Jim Sr., in 1966.
During her career, Donna developed a reputation in her own right.
Though not a lawyer, Donna acquired knowledge and experience that made her a valuable asset to the attorneys at our offices and those in and around Dallas.
Many attorneys around the state recognized that she was extremely pleasant to work with and provided insight into the practical aspects of probate administration.
She was a dedicated member of The Hartnett Law Firm since its inception, but her history with the Hartnett's goes even further.
Donna began working with Jim Sr., in 1966.
During her career, Donna developed a reputation in her own right.
Though not a lawyer, Donna acquired knowledge and experience that made her a valuable asset to the attorneys at our offices and those in and around Dallas.
Many attorneys around the state recognized that she was extremely pleasant to work with and provided insight into the practical aspects of probate administration.
The Hartnett Law Firm is a Dallas probate and trust litigation firm with a statewide practice.
Our practice generally includes complex trust and estate litigation, heirship issues including common law marriage determinations, guardianship matters, and most issues that arise in the probate courts.
From time to time, we also are involved in complex general litigation involving a variety of other issues, such as partnership and close corporation disputes.
Probate cases are typically filed in the county where the decedent, settlor (maker of the trust), or proposed ward (the person the guardianship is about) resides.
Our practice generally includes complex trust and estate litigation, heirship issues including common law marriage determinations, guardianship matters, and most issues that arise in the probate courts.
From time to time, we also are involved in complex general litigation involving a variety of other issues, such as partnership and close corporation disputes.
Probate cases are typically filed in the county where the decedent, settlor (maker of the trust), or proposed ward (the person the guardianship is about) resides.
Many people ask if they need a will.
The answer is yes!
If you want to make sure that your property goes to the right people or if you want to simplify the process for your heirs then a will is a necessity.
However, wills are not always foolproof and can lead to litigation amongst beneficiaries.
This is where our firm gets involved.
We have over 35 years of estate litigation experience to guide you through the process.
When many people think of probate they think estate planning, but that's not what our firm does.
The answer is yes!
If you want to make sure that your property goes to the right people or if you want to simplify the process for your heirs then a will is a necessity.
However, wills are not always foolproof and can lead to litigation amongst beneficiaries.
This is where our firm gets involved.
We have over 35 years of estate litigation experience to guide you through the process.
When many people think of probate they think estate planning, but that's not what our firm does.
Trust litigation comes in many forms because it can occur before or after the settlor's (the creator of the trust) death.
Trusts also come in many different forms, which create greater material for a dispute.
Trusts are often created to provide for a minor, protect against incompetence, provide tax benefits, creditor protection and/or privacy, or prevent a beneficiary from receiving a lump sum of money.
Through a trust agreement, the settlor has a say in how and when money is distributed to the beneficiaries.
Trusts also come in many different forms, which create greater material for a dispute.
Trusts are often created to provide for a minor, protect against incompetence, provide tax benefits, creditor protection and/or privacy, or prevent a beneficiary from receiving a lump sum of money.
Through a trust agreement, the settlor has a say in how and when money is distributed to the beneficiaries.
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