What we do for you
Our Houston Estate Planning Services
Our office prepares each of these papers for you and explains them in plain words. Most of them protect you while you're alive, not just after.
Wills
We write your will.
You decide who gets your things, who's in charge, and who will raise your kids.
Power of attorney
Someone you trust can handle your money.
They can pay your bills if you can't. We handle the notary for you.
Medical power of attorney
Someone you trust can make health choices.
For times when you can't speak for yourself.
Living will
Your wishes for end-of-life care.
So your family and doctors don't have to guess.
HIPAA form
Doctors can talk to your family.
They can share your health information with the people you pick.
Transfer on Death Deed
Pass your home on, without court.
We prepare it and help file it with Harris County, or the county where your home is.
3 free tips from our office
Estate Planning Tips for Houston Families
Nobody wants to make a will. You've got work, the kids, traffic on 610, and a hurricane list you never finish. So start small. Here are three easy things you can do this week, for free.
Know what happens without a will
Without a will, Texas law decides who gets your things. That may not be who you'd pick, especially with a second marriage or kids from before.
Try this: write down who should get your home, money, and keepsakes.
Pick who would raise your kids
In Texas, you can name who would raise your children if you can't. If you don't, a judge decides. Pick a first choice and a backup.
Try this: talk to your first choice this weekend. Ask. Don't assume.
Add your papers to your hurricane kit
You already pack water and batteries. Add copies of your power of attorney and medical papers, so the right person can help you fast.
Try this: keep originals safe and dry, and tell your family where they are.
Meet Don
Meet Your Houston Estate Planning Attorney
Don E. McClure, Jr. has more than 30 years of legal experience serving families in Houston, Pasadena, and surrounding areas. He believes legal help should feel clear and calm, not confusing.
When you work with our office, you talk with a real person who listens, explains things simply, and keeps you in the loop. Our team helps in English and Spanish.
A Pasadena story
Why Pasadena & Houston Families Plan Ahead
Example story. Not a real client.
"We kept saying we'd do it after."
Maria and David live in Pasadena with two kids and a house they saved six years to buy. David works shifts at a refinery. Every January they said, "This is the year we make our wills." Then life got busy.
One spring, David ends up in the hospital. Maria needs to talk to his doctors and pay a bill from his account. But she doesn't have the right papers. Simple things turn into a headache, right when she's already scared and tired.
David gets better. That same month, they sit down and make their plan.
What this means for you
Big change in your life? That's your sign.
When to Make or Update Your Will in Texas
Making your plan is simple
How Our Estate Planning Process Works
01
We listen
Tell us about your family, your home, and what matters to you. In English or Spanish.
02
We write it and explain it
We prepare your papers and go over each one with you, so you know what you're signing.
03
You sign. Done.
We set up the signing and the notary, and help file your home deed if you have one.
Areas we serve
Wills & Estate Planning in Houston, Pasadena, and Surrounding Areas
Our office is on W Alabama St in Houston. We help families in Houston, Pasadena, and the surrounding areas, in person or by phone.
Questions
Houston Wills & Estate Planning FAQs
Do I need a will if I don't have much money?
Yes, most people do. A will isn't just about money. It's how you pick who raises your kids, who's in charge, and who gets your home, car, and keepsakes.
What happens if I die without a will in Texas?
Texas law decides who gets your things. Your family may have to go to court to sort it out, which takes time and money.
Is Texas a community property state?
Yes. Most things you get while married belong to both of you. Your plan should cover what's shared and what's yours alone.
What is a Transfer on Death Deed?
It's a deed that passes your Texas home to the person you pick, without going to court. It has to be filed with the county before you die.
Do you help families outside Houston, like in Pasadena?
Yes. We help families in Pasadena, Baytown, Pearland, Katy, and the communities around Houston.
¿Hablan español?
Yes. Our office helps families in English and Spanish.
Talk to a Houston Estate Planning Attorney
You've got the free tips. Now let's put it on paper. Call Don McClure's office or set up a time to talk.
3355 W Alabama St, Suite 980, Houston, TX 77098