Will or Trust?
Which One Better Protects Your Family and Your Goals?
Event Schedule
12:15 – 12:30 PM: Presentation
12:30 – 12:40 PM: Open Question Forum
12:40 – 12:45 PM: Wrap Up
- Learn the key differences between a will and a trust and how each works under Texas law.
- Understand how your family, assets, and long-term goals may influence which option is right for you.
- Discover how wills and trusts differ when it comes to probate, privacy, cost, and control.
- Find out how each option can help protect your spouse, children, and other beneficiaries.
- Learn why a will alone may not provide all the protection your family needs.
- Explore common estate planning mistakes Texas families make when choosing between a will and a trust.
- Walk away with practical steps to create an estate plan that protects your loved ones and reflects your wishes.
Meet Our Estate Planning Attorneys
Our unique background allows us to provide insightful guidance in matters of estate planning, trust & probate administration, and long-term care planning.
Pamela Hailey-Petty
One of the most important things to Pamela is family and she takes the time to help her clients protect what they have built over their lifetime.
Her goal is to ensure that she and her team are helping them achieve their estate planning goals.
Jonathan Long
Jonathan is a member of the Texas Bar College, which means that he has additional legal education to serve our clients better. He has been working in the legal field as a legal assistant since he was 15 years old. He has seen it all and has a unique ability to communicate with clients and show empathy during their most difficult situations.
Jessica Rojas Quesada
Jessica Rojas Quesada is an attorney at Hailey-Petty Law Firm, where she focuses on estate planning, probate, and guardianship.
Jessica is bilingual in English and Spanish, allowing her to connect with and guide a diverse range of clients with clarity and confidence.
