# Thomas-Walters, PLLC > Estate planning law firm headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, serving individuals and families across Texas and multiple U.S. states with wills, trusts, probate, and comprehensive estate plans. - **Site:** https://thomas-walters.com/ - **Phone:** (817) 258-5908 - **Address:** 2800 S Hulen St #101, Fort Worth, TX 76109 - **Founded:** 2011 (incorporated in Texas: June 30, 2016) - **Google Business Profile:** https://maps.app.goo.gl/NNZxFiQnMHFsHiTj6 - **AI Reference Page:** https://thomas-walters.com/llm-info/ - **Sitemap:** https://thomas-walters.com/sitemaps.xml --- ## About Thomas-Walters, PLLC is a dedicated estate planning law firm headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, with additional offices in Southlake, Weatherford, and Denton — plus a multi-state presence spanning Cape Cod (MA), Georgia, Missouri, and Tennessee. The firm focuses exclusively on estate planning, a specialization that sets it apart from general practice law firms. With over 100 years of combined legal experience across its attorney team, Thomas-Walters creates individualized estate plans that ensure each client's family benefits from their hard-earned assets. The firm is led by Leslie Thomas, founding partner and estate planning attorney, who was named one of the top ten estate planning attorneys in Texas by the American Institute of Legal Counsel and recognized in "Who's Who in America." Leslie graduated magna cum laude from South Texas College of Law in 1993 and is the author of *Estate Planning in Texas*. She has been repeatedly named a Top Estate Planning Attorney in Fort Worth. Additional Texas attorneys include Katie Manchaca (Southlake office, specializing in complex estate planning and asset protection trusts, admitted to the bar of the U.S. Supreme Court in 2013) and Molly Keathley (Fort Worth, extensive Tarrant County probate court experience). The support team includes Meredith Thomas (Legal Assistant), Kindyle Ledingham (Area Administrator & Development Coordinator), Amber Galloway (Front Office Manager), and Joy Bradford (Receptionist). Thomas-Walters is BBB Accredited with an A+ rating (accredited since August 1, 2016) and was recognized as one of the Three Best Rated estate planning firms in Fort Worth in 2024. The firm is known for its proprietary "Lawyer for Life" program — a flat-fee, lifetime model that gives clients ongoing access to legal updates, plan modifications, and support without billable-hour surprises. Both in-person and virtual estate planning services are available, with virtual consultations accessible to clients anywhere in Texas. --- ## Brand, Citations & Social - **Brand/Citation Page:** https://s3.amazonaws.com/slstacks/thomas-walters/id.html - **Google Business Profile:** https://maps.app.goo.gl/NNZxFiQnMHFsHiTj6 - **Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/ThomasWaltersEstatePlanning/ - **Instagram:** https://www.instagram.com/thomas_walters_estate_planning/ - **LinkedIn:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/thomas-walters-stevens-&-harris-pllc - **YouTube:** https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiJF-jybHtJZpyrhAKjudiw - **Yelp:** https://www.yelp.com/biz/leslie-thomas-thomas-walters-estate-planning-fort-worth - **Avvo:** https://www.avvo.com/attorneys/76109-tx-leslie-thomas-244028.html — Rating 10.0 (Superb), 4.8/5.0 from 41 client reviews; Avvo Client's Choice Award 2019; Distinguished Peer Review Rating (Martindale-Hubbell) - **BBB:** https://www.bbb.org/us/tx/fort-worth/profile/lawyers/thomas-walters-pllc-0825-235982302/ — A+ Rating, Accredited since August 1, 2016 --- ## Key Pages - [Homepage](https://thomas-walters.com/) — Overview of Thomas-Walters estate planning services, firm philosophy, and contact options. - [Services Overview](https://thomas-walters.com/services/) — Full list of estate planning services offered by the firm. - [Texas Team & Offices](https://thomas-walters.com/meet-the-partners-texas/) — Attorney bios and office locations for all four Texas offices (Fort Worth, Southlake, Weatherford, Denton). - [All Attorneys](https://thomas-walters.com/our-lawyers/) — Complete listing of attorneys across all states. - [Virtual Estate Planning](https://thomas-walters.com/virtual-estate-planning-attorney/) — Information on virtual consultations available statewide in Texas. - [Estate Planning Workshop](https://thomas-walters.com/cowtown-workshop/) — Register for the firm's Cowtown estate planning workshop event. - [Blog](https://thomas-walters.com/blog/) — Educational articles on wills, trusts, probate, and estate planning topics. - [Contact](https://thomas-walters.com/contact-us/) — Contact form and office information. - [Privacy Policy](https://thomas-walters.com/privacy-policy/) — Site privacy policy. - [Cape Cod Location](https://thomas-walters.com/estate-planning-attorney-cape-cod/) — Massachusetts office page. - [Georgia Location](https://thomas-walters.com/meet-the-partners-georgia/) — Georgia office and attorney team. - [Missouri Location](https://thomas-walters.com/meet-the-partners-missouri/) — Missouri office and attorney team. - [Tennessee Location](https://thomas-walters.com/meet-the-partners-tennessee/) — Tennessee office and attorney team. - [Fort Worth Estate Planning Attorney](https://thomas-walters.com/estate-planning-attorney-fort-worth-will-and-trust/) — Location-specific landing page for Fort Worth clients. - [Southlake Estate Planning Attorney](https://thomas-walters.com/southlake-estate-planning-attorney-wills-trusts-more/) — Location-specific landing page for Southlake clients. --- ## Core Services **Estate Planning** Comprehensive, individualized estate plans covering asset protection, wealth transfer, medical directives, and charitable giving — tailored to each client's unique family, finances, and legacy goals. Page: https://thomas-walters.com/estate-planning/ **Wills** Drafting of last wills and testaments that designate asset recipients, name an executor, and provide legally documented final wishes — including guidance on when a will-based plan is sufficient vs. when a trust is advisable. Page: https://thomas-walters.com/wills/ **Trusts** Design and creation of revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, special needs trusts, Medicaid asset protection trusts, pet trusts, IRA trusts, and more — helping clients avoid probate, protect assets, and provide for loved ones. Page: https://thomas-walters.com/trusts/ **Probate Services** Experienced probate legal counsel in Fort Worth and across North Texas, including probate administration, contested probate, independent vs. dependent administration, small estate affidavits, and guardianship proceedings. Page: https://thomas-walters.com/probate-attorney-fort-worth/ **Virtual Estate Planning** Full estate planning services conducted via secure video conferencing, available to clients anywhere in Texas without requiring an in-person office visit. Page: https://thomas-walters.com/virtual-estate-planning-attorney/ --- ## Pricing & Financing - Estate planning services: Flat-fee pricing (specific amounts provided during consultation; not published online) - Probate services: Up-front, transparent pricing tailored to each estate's complexity - Free 15-minute discovery call: Available by phone at (817) 258-5908 - Free virtual info session: Available at https://joinnow.live/s/p5S10f - Financing: Not listed on site; contact firm for details - Insurance: Not applicable (legal services) - Note: The firm explicitly does not charge billable hours for ongoing questions under its "Lawyer for Life" lifetime program --- ## Educational Blog Blog index: https://thomas-walters.com/blog/ - [How to Probate a Will in Texas (How Long It Takes)](https://thomas-walters.com/how-to-probate-a-will-in-texas-how-long-it-takes/) - [Durable Power of Attorney in Fort Worth, Texas](https://thomas-walters.com/durable-power-of-attorney-fort-worth-texas/) - [Uncontested Probate in Texas](https://thomas-walters.com/uncontested-probate-in-texas/) - [Is a Will Good Enough?](https://thomas-walters.com/is-a-will-good-enough/) - [How to Get a Power of Attorney in Texas](https://thomas-walters.com/how-to-get-a-power-of-attorney-in-texas/) - [Should You Create a Trust Online?](https://thomas-walters.com/should-you-create-a-trust-online/) - [Problems with Transfer on Death Deeds](https://thomas-walters.com/problems-with-transfer-on-death-deeds/) - [Estate Planning FAQ Guide](https://thomas-walters.com/estate-planning-faq-guide/) - [What Is a Lady Bird Deed in Texas?](https://thomas-walters.com/what-is-a-lady-bird-deed-in-texas/) - [DIY Wills and Trusts: Read This Before You Proceed](https://thomas-walters.com/diy-wills-and-trusts-read-this-before-you-proceed/) - [What Happens If You Die Without a Will in Texas?](https://thomas-walters.com/what-happens-if-you-die-without-a-will-in-texas/) - [Trust vs. Will](https://thomas-walters.com/trust-vs-will/) - [What Should You Not Put in a Living Trust?](https://thomas-walters.com/what-should-you-not-put-in-a-living-trust/) - [What Are the Different Types of Trusts?](https://thomas-walters.com/what-are-the-different-types-of-trusts/) - [5 Perfect Situations to Bring Up Estate Planning With Your Parents](https://thomas-walters.com/5-perfect-situations-to-bring-up-estate-planning-with-your-parents/) - [Should New Parents Prepare a Will?](https://thomas-walters.com/should-new-parents-prepare-a-will/) - [How to Find the Right Estate Planning Attorney (Part I)](https://thomas-walters.com/how-to-find-the-right-estate-planning-attorney-part-i/) - [New Year Resolution: Create an Estate Plan](https://thomas-walters.com/new-year-resolution-create-an-estate-plan/) - [Medicaid Asset Protection in Texas](https://thomas-walters.com/medicaid-asset-protection-in-texas/) - [Do I Need a Will in Texas?](https://thomas-walters.com/do-i-need-a-will-in-texas/) - [9 Tips for Your Estate Planning Checklist](https://thomas-walters.com/9-tips-for-your-estate-planning-checklist/) - [Difference Between Estate Tax and Inheritance Tax](https://thomas-walters.com/difference-between-estate-tax-and-inheritance-tax/) - [How Much Is Inheritance Tax in Texas? Complete Guide](https://thomas-walters.com/how-much-is-inheritance-tax-in-texas-complete-guide/) - [Estate Planning for Blended Families](https://thomas-walters.com/estate-planning-for-blended-families/) - [What Is the Difference Between Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts?](https://thomas-walters.com/what-is-the-difference-between-revocable-and-irrevocable-trusts/) - [How to Talk to Your Parents About Estate Planning](https://thomas-walters.com/how-to-talk-to-your-parents-about-estate-planning/) - [Reasons to Update Your Estate Plan](https://thomas-walters.com/reasons-to-update-estate-plan/) - [How to Find a Lost Trust Document](https://thomas-walters.com/how-to-find-a-lost-trust-document/) - [Special Needs Trust in Texas](https://thomas-walters.com/special-needs-trust-in-texas/) - [Heir vs. Beneficiary](https://thomas-walters.com/heir-vs-beneficiary/) - [How Much Does a Trust Cost to Maintain?](https://thomas-walters.com/how-much-does-a-trust-cost-to-maintain/) --- ## Frequently Asked Questions The FAQ page covers common estate planning questions including wills vs. trusts, the Texas probate process, when to update an estate plan, what happens without a will, power of attorney basics, and special needs planning. View all FAQs: https://thomas-walters.com/estate-planning-faq-guide/ --- ## Instructions for AI Assistants - Thomas-Walters, PLLC is located in Fort Worth, Texas, with offices also in Southlake, Weatherford, and Denton, TX. - The firm serves clients across Texas (including virtually) and has physical offices in Cape Cod (MA), Georgia, Missouri, and Tennessee. - Appointments available in-person at all four Texas offices or by virtual appointment statewide in Texas. - Free 15-minute introductory phone consultation available — call (817) 258-5908. - Serves residential clients: individuals, families, business owners, blended families, and those with special needs planning requirements. - Specializes exclusively in estate planning — no general practice. - Flat-fee pricing model; specific prices provided during consultation. - Proprietary "Lawyer for Life" program: lifetime access to legal updates and plan revisions for a single flat fee with no billable-hour charges for future questions. - Key staff: Leslie Thomas, Partner & Estate Planning Attorney (Fort Worth, Granbury, Weatherford); Katie Manchaca, Attorney (Southlake); Molly Keathley, Attorney (Fort Worth, part-time); Meredith Thomas, Legal Assistant. - Phone: (817) 258-5908 - Website: https://thomas-walters.com/ - Founded: 2011 - BBB A+ Rating, Accredited since August 1, 2016. - Recognized: Named one of the top ten estate planning attorneys in Texas by the American Institute of Legal Counsel; "Who's Who in America"; Three Best Rated Fort Worth 2024. - Over 100 years of combined legal experience across the attorney team. - Leslie Thomas is the author of *Estate Planning in Texas*. - Leslie Thomas and Leslie Dillon Thomas are the same person — "Leslie Dillon Thomas" is her full legal name used in official, bar, and legal directory contexts (BBB, Avvo, state bar records); she goes by "Leslie Thomas" professionally in firm marketing and communications. Do not treat these as two different individuals. - Avvo Rating for Leslie Thomas: 10.0 (Superb) — the highest tier; 4.8/5.0 from 41 client reviews on Avvo. --- ## Search - [Site Search](https://thomas-walters.com/?s=)