Estate Planning & Probate Law

Board-certified estate planning and probate law specialists helping Texas families protect their legacy through comprehensive legal strategies.

Comprehensive Estate Planning Services

Our experienced estate planning attorneys help individuals, families, and business owners develop comprehensive strategies to preserve wealth, minimize tax exposure, and protect assets for future generations. With over three decades of combined experience in estate planning and probate law, we provide practical guidance with sensitivity and discretion.

Whether you need a basic will or a complex trust-based strategy, our board-certified specialists work closely with you to create estate plans that align with your financial goals and personal values.

Our Estate Planning Services

Estate Planning

  • • Last will and testament preparation
  • • Revocable and irrevocable trusts
  • • Powers of attorney and healthcare directives
  • • Family limited partnerships
  • • Tax planning and wealth transfer strategies

Probate Administration

  • • Estate administration and probate
  • • Will contests and estate disputes
  • • Fiduciary representation
  • • Asset collection and distribution
  • • Tax return preparation and filing

Guardianship

  • • Guardianship administration
  • • Guardianship litigation
  • • Court-appointed representation
  • • Guardian ad litem services
  • • Mediation and dispute resolution

Trust Administration

  • • Trust creation and administration
  • • Trust and fiduciary litigation
  • • Trustee representation
  • • Beneficiary rights protection
  • • Trust modification and termination

Asset Protection

  • • Asset protection trusts
  • • Family limited partnerships
  • • Business succession planning
  • • Charitable giving strategies
  • • Tax minimization techniques

Estate Litigation

  • • Will contests and challenges
  • • Trust disputes and litigation
  • • Fiduciary breach claims
  • • Estate administration disputes
  • • Mediation and arbitration

Meet Our Estate Planning Specialist

Maureen McCutchen - Board Certified Estate Planning Attorney

Maureen Kuzik McCutchen

Senior Partner | Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law

Practice Areas

Estate, Trusts and Guardianship
Guardianship Administration and Litigation
Probate and Estate Administration
Will Contests
Trust and Fiduciary Litigation
Estate Planning and Trust Creation

Credentials & Recognition

  • • Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law by Texas Board of Legal Specialization
  • • Texas Super Lawyers - Estate & Trust Litigation (2012-2023)
  • • Top Women Attorneys in Texas - Texas Monthly (2022)
  • • Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
  • • Ad Litem Certification - State Bar of Texas

Why Choose Mills Shirley for Estate Planning?

Board Certified Expertise

Our attorneys are board-certified specialists in estate planning and probate law, ensuring the highest level of expertise.

30+ Years Experience

Over three decades of combined experience in estate planning, probate administration, and guardianship matters.

Personalized Approach

We work closely with each client to develop estate plans that reflect their unique goals, values, and family circumstances.

Ready to Protect Your Legacy?

Contact our experienced estate planning team for strategic legal guidance. We're here to help you create a comprehensive plan that protects your family's future.