The Probate Prevention Blueprint: Simple Steps to Keep Your Family Out of Court & Out of Debt
Event Schedule
12:15 – 12:30 PM: Presentation
12:30 – 12:40 PM: Open Question Forum
12:40 – 12:45 PM: Wrap Up
- How and why families end up in Texas probate—and the simple steps that help avoid it
- Why relying on a will alone often leads to court involvement, delays, and added costs
- The most common estate planning gaps that quietly push families into probate
- How trusts are designed to keep assets out of court—and the mistakes that cause them to fail
- Ways homes, bank accounts, and personal property get stuck in probate without proper planning
- How outdated or incomplete plans create unnecessary debt and conflict for loved ones
- Practical, proactive steps to keep decisions private and your family in control
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.
Sharissa Baeza
Sharrissa was raised in Central Texas and earned her Law Degree from South Texas College of Law Houston.
She then gained experience in the Estate Planning and Probate Clinics, offering pro bono services to individuals and families within the community.
Kay Covarrubia
Kay has always had a strong passion for estate planning and helping people.
She feels missional about guiding people in the law to protect themselves and their loved ones.
