Business Details
Trusted Probate Litigation Attorneys in Dallas
At Fisher & Welch, we specialize in probate and estate litigation, offering dynamic and strategic legal representation across Texas. Our attorneys bring decades of experience in handling complex disputes involving wills, trusts, guardianships, and family partnerships. With a focus on litigation, we provide clients with the trial skills and procedural expertise necessary to achieve favorable outcomes in high-stakes cases. Our firm uniquely combines extensive courtroom experience with alternative dispute resolution capabilities, including a master's-level understanding of conflict management.We limit our caseload to ensure personalized attention, handling every aspect of each case directly with responsive service. Our reputation for success has led to numerous referrals from fellow attorneys and satisfied clients. We offer flexible fee arrangements, including contingent fee options, to ensure access to top-tier legal representation regardless of financial constraints.
Services
Probate Litigation
Trust & Estate Litigation
Will Contests
Guardianship Disputes
Family Partnership Litigation
Highlights and features
- Exclusive focus on probate and estate litigation with trial expertise
- Decades of combined legal experience in complex disputes
- Handled landmark cases including presidential deposition
- Personalized case management by lead attorneys
- Flexible fee arrangements including contingent options
What people say
Amazing attorneys
Successful outcomes
Strong advocacy
Personalized service
Expertise in complex cases
Services
Probate Litigation
We handle contested wills, trust administration conflicts, and estate disputes in Texas probate courts. Our attorneys combine procedural expertise with courtroom experience to protect client interests in expedited probate proceedings. We represent beneficiaries and executors in claims involving undue influence, asset mismanagement, and fiduciary breaches.
Trust Litigation
Our firm resolves complex trust conflicts involving allegations of self-dealing, improper administration, and breach of fiduciary duty. We represent clients in trust modification, removal of trustees, and enforcement of trust terms. Our experience includes multi-million dollar estate trusts and family limited partnerships.
Will Contests
We assist clients in challenging or defending contested wills based on undue influence, lack of capacity, or procedural defects. Our attorneys investigate estate documentation, interview witnesses, and develop evidence-based strategies for probate court proceedings. We handle both traditional will contests and modern electronic testamentary document disputes.
Guardianship Disputes
We represent families and institutions in guardianship establishment and modification proceedings. Our practice includes contested guardianship appointments, financial abuse claims, and elder law protections. We advocate for vulnerable individuals while respecting family relationships and medical evidence.
Family Partnership Litigation
Our firm resolves conflicts in family-owned businesses and limited partnerships. We handle partnership dissolution, profit distribution disputes, and fiduciary duty claims. We understand the unique dynamics of family enterprises and work to preserve business continuity while protecting client financial interests.
People
James Austin Fisher
Attorney
With decades of litigation experience, Jim Fisher has handled complex probate cases statewide. He famously took President Clinton's deposition in 1998, demonstrating his unique ability to handle high-profile disputes. He personally manages every aspect of client cases.
Shannon L. K. Welch
Attorney
Shannon Welch combines extensive trial practice with a Master of Arts in dispute resolution. She focuses on probate litigation while advocating for alternative dispute resolution when appropriate. Her dual expertise ensures both courtroom readiness and mediation effectiveness for client benefit.
Questions
What types of cases does Fisher & Welch handle?
We specialize in probate and estate litigation including will contests, trust disputes, guardianship matters, and family partnership conflicts across Texas.
How does your firm approach complex litigation?
We combine decades of trial experience with alternative dispute resolution expertise, personally managing each case from start to finish with limited caseloads for maximum attention.
Do you handle cases outside Texas?
While based in Dallas, we represent clients in probate disputes throughout Texas and have handled aspects of cases in other jurisdictions through strategic collaboration.
What payment options are available?
We offer flexible fee arrangements including contingent fees when appropriate, ensuring access to quality representation regardless of financial situation.
How do you handle high-stakes disputes?
Our attorneys have decades of experience in complex litigation involving millions of dollars, with proven success in both courtroom trials and alternative dispute resolution forums.
