Estate Planning Attorney in Southlake

Serving Tarrant & Denton County:

Qualified Estate Planning Attorneys

Wood & Sanchez Law offers skilled expertise across a wide range of estate planning and probate matters. We understand that every client’s situation is unique. Our attorneys will help you take inventory of your assets and ensure they are covered with the appropriate legal documents and provisions. Detailed planning allows you to safeguard your property, finances, and loved ones, both now and in the future.

Why Estate Planning Matters

While legally preparing for the event of your death can feel uncomfortable, it’s ultimately about giving you peace of mind and control over your property. At Wood & Sanchez Law in Southlake, we help clients craft thoughtful, well-executed estate plans that align with their values.

Life moves fast. Marriage, children, divorce, business ownership, or retirement can dramatically change your financial situation. Without a solid legal strategy, these life changes could result in unnecessary disputes, legal complications, or delays when managing your estate during probate.

An estate plan helps ensure your affairs are in order, no matter what life brings. It allows you to provide for your immediate family, preserve wealth across generations, and document your wishes clearly should you become incapacitated or pass away.

Through posthumous gifting, estate planning also provides a meaningful way to support the causes or charities that matter most to you. It can help reduce estate taxes, prevent the forced sale of valuable assets, and minimize probate delays so beneficiaries can receive their inheritance more smoothly. Additionally, by keeping your estate matters out of public record, you’ll enjoy a greater level of privacy.

Whatever your goals may be, a well-crafted estate plan remains one of the most important investments you can make to preserve your legacy.

Who Is An Ideal Candidate For Estate Planning?

Estate planning isn’t just for retirees; it’s for any right-minded individual over 18. It’s especially important if you have minor children, a spouse or dependents with special needs, a blended family, own a business, or your net worth exceeds $1 million. These situations often add layers of legal complexity, making it even more vital to outline your wishes ahead of time. Don’t wait until it’s too late!

View Our Estate Planning Legal Services

At Wood & Sanchez Law, our attorneys learn about your preferences, financial circumstances, and long-term objectives before building a custom estate plan. We’ll clearly explain the reasons behind our recommendations and prepare all necessary legal documents for asset transition. Some of the estate planning measures we facilitate include:

A Legal Will or a Trust
Revocable Living Trusts
An Advanced Directive or Power of Attorney
Lifetime gifting to an heir
Joint Ownership
Lifetime charitable gifting opportunities
Beneficiary Designations

Wood & Sanchez Practice Areas

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View Our Estate Administration & Probate Services

Our estate planning team specializes in preparing wills and living trusts tailored to your needs. A will allows you to designate how your estate is handled, appoint guardians for minors, and make funeral arrangements. Trusts offer even more options regarding how your assets are managed and distributed. At Wood & Sanchez Law, we work hard to simplify and expedite the probate process. We assist clients with:

How We Resolve Estate Disagreements

Disputes regarding estates, living trusts, heirships, or guardianships can strain family relationships and slow down probate. We help clients handle these conflicts efficiently and cost-effectively, while preserving family relationships where possible. Our team assists with a variety of estate litigation matters, including:

Disputes/Litigation over Wills
Disputes/Litigation over Trusts
Guardianship disputes
Misuse of estate funds or abuse of power
Beneficiary disputes
Heirship disputes involving informal marriages (common law spouses)

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Contact Our Southlake Estate Planning Team

Collaborating with an estate planning attorney ensures your assets will be distributed according to your wishes and reduces the burden on your loved ones as they grieve your loss. Your lawyer can help update your plan to reflect new milestones or changes and protect your family accordingly.

At Wood & Sanchez Law in Southlake, our family law professionals are here to support you at every stage of life. No matter your financial background, we’ll help you create a clear, legally sound plan to protect your accomplishments and give your family peace of mind. Contact us today to get started or view our widespread Texas locations.

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   Alva Roché 
 1 May 2026
 
 
  What can I say about this firm. They took care of me and my kids just like I asked….

On the worst day of my life, I made the best call I could have ever made to Wood Sanchez LLC. Beth answered and she was amazing! She listened to my story and said Mr. Sanchez would take care of me. I did a virtual call with him and he was so calm and patient and explained the entire divorce process in detail. I asked him to make sure that my kids and I would be ok. He more than lived up to that promise.

They were so patient and supportive when a process that should have taken a couple of months took more than a year because of delays caused by my ex. When my ex was not responding to request and I just wanted to be done, Mr. Sanchez said to wait so we could do what was best for me and my kids. When I needed documents to support me buying a house on my own as I relocated, they quickly got them to me. When I had tax issues created by my ex, I was referred to a tax attorney just as kind and supportive as Mr. Sanchez.

I feel like Mr. Sanchez treated me the same way he would treat his sister or his own daughter. In that last day in court, I couldn’t have made it through without him. Supportive until the end. Now more than a year later, I can truly say he did what I asked. Life is very different and not what I planned when I got married more than 25 years ago, but my kids and I are adjusting and we are gonna be ok.

I am so grateful for Wood Sanchez LLC. Beth is a SAINT and Mr. Sanchez is my knight in a 3-piece suit. I know if I have questions or issues, they are still one phone call or email away.
  
 
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   Estela Aguilera 
 14 April 2026
 
 
  Mr. Sanchez and Beth were very helpful during one of the most stressful times of my life, they were always looking for my best interest, and their recommendations made a difference. It was a quick process, but with lots of questions that were answered daily, always in a kind matter and always promptly some times even after work hours (sorry Beth). Also Brian was very kind to always clarify any invoices and payments I have questions about. I can tell that regardless of the hardship that is to get a divorce, I felt that they were always there for me and always looking for my best interests.  I will strongly recommend their law firm.
  
 
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   patty evans 
 13 March 2026
 
 
  We had Wood & Sanchez help us with our legal issues. They were very helpful in resolving our issues in a very timely manner. They were very easy to work with and we would recommend them highly for your legal matters. Yes I would use them again in the future if needed.
  
 
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   Jessica Hancock 
 19 February 2026
 
 
  I cannot recommend Mrs. Wood highly enough. Family law matters are incredibly emotional and complex, but Mrs. Wood handles them with a level of professionalism and poise that is rare to find. They are deeply knowledgeable, always prepared, and have a way of explaining the law that makes you feel empowered rather than overwhelmed. If you want an attorney who will fight for your best interests while keeping the process dignified, look no further.
Mrs. Wood is hands down the greatest ?
  
 
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   Gabriela Santana 
 3 February 2026
 
 
  Ms. Wood helped me with a complex child custody dispute. Her expertise and clear communication put my mind at ease and made the process effortless. I would highly recommend the firms services.
  
 
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   misty cleveland 
 16 January 2026
 
 
  Nida represented me through my divorce. She is very professional and knows exactly what she is doing. Ladies, Hire this one to take care of you. She will not disappoint.. Beth has been my go to for everything... She is like the best friend you never had.. She will listen and help in any way she can.. I can't thank these ladies enough for everything they did for me.
  
 
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   Brittany Bomareto 
 22 November 2025
 
 
  This firm is very knowledgeable. I had a consultation and got all my questions answered. I got advise for things that may come up in the future. I highly recommend reaching out for any family law questions.
  
 
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   Lee Lee Gonzales 
 16 October 2025
 
 
  We had a very challenging situation involving our granddaughter. We feared we might never see her again and that her father would lose his rights. Sam and his legal assistant, Beth, worked tirelessly on our behalf to protect that relationship and ensure that our family bond remained intact. Sam, works well with the Tarrant county court system. He is calm, cool and collect and helped us to feel the same through an emotional process.
We are deeply grateful for their dedication, compassion, and persistence. We will forever remember them in helping our family.
  
 
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   Tracey Pritchard 
 2 October 2025
 
 
  Couldn’t have asked for better help with my probate case. Sam and his staff were knowledgeable, efficient, supportive, and trustworthy. Highly recommend. I never felt like I couldn’t be transparent during the entire process, very professional in all regards.
  
 
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   Judi Villafans 
 20 May 2025
 
 
  Great firm to work with.  Totally professional, yet personable.  They totally understood our situation and got results greater than expected!

Highly recommended.
  
 
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   C Wilson 
 26 October 2024
 
 
  Wood & Sanchez PLLC is an exceptional law firm specializing in divorce and family law. The legal team worked tirelessly and meticulously on my case, never losing momentum during the litigation process. I am grateful to my attorney Mrs Nida Wood and Mrs Thomas and Mr Hall.
Mrs Wood is incredibly intelligent and knowledgable in family law. She is very professional, attentive to me as a client, she is a good listener, detailed and thorough in her work. What makes Mrs Wood a great advocate is her commitment to reaching the best outcome for the family she represents and also doesn’t waste time.
I am very lucky to have found Wood & Sanchez PLLC as through their professionalism I was able to receive a fair outcome and bring the case to a successful close. Thank you all so much. I highly recommend this firm!!!
  
 
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   Adam A 
 16 October 2024
 
 
  Used wood and Sanchez to re do my final decree to get rid of child support and get 50/50 custody. In a little over a year we got it done without any court or mediation. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Cole Smith 
 13 August 2024
 
 
  If you ever find yourself in this stage of life, I could not recommend anybody else but Nida and her team. They were beyond professional, understanding, competent in all aspects of my case, and compassionate not just for me, but also my kiddos. I cannot thank Nida and her team enough!
  
 
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   Beth Ferguson 
 29 December 2023
 
 
  Mr. Abercrombie and his staff helped me through the entire divorce process. When confronting opposing counsel, I was so thankful to have his representation to protect my interests. He handled the full process with ease, patience, and confidence. I am grateful that he was recommended to me to handle my case.
  
 
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   Sergio De la Madrid 
 27 March 2023
 
 
  I contacted Abercrombie, Sanchez & Wood Law to take over a previous case that I started with a previous Lawyer.  Nida Wood was able to collect the pieces and get my case back in track within a short amount of time.

The constant updates on the case's progress provided by Nida, brought reassurance that my case was being timely monitored, addressing any issues or additional information needed along the way.

I'm very pleased with the professionalism and quality of the work performed by Nida and her team.  I'll not think twice about engaging them in any future situation.  Thank you.
  
 
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   Rich kerns 
 28 February 2023
 
 
  Going through a divorce is difficult, and at times very stressful.  Attorney Nida Wood guided me through the process and was ALWAYS there when I had questions/concerns as it related to my case.  If you've made the decision to get a divorce, I highly recommend the legal representation of Attorney Nida Wood.
  
 
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   Dharma 007 
 15 February 2023
 
 
  Nida Wood is one of the best Family Law attorneys I have dealt with so far. Ms. Wood is very prompt and keeps me abreast about my situation. Ms. Wood, her paralegal Amy and her assistant Beth are very thorough and efficient. Hope to post an even better review once my case is resolved.
  
 
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   George Scoular 
 15 February 2023
 
 
  Nida Wood is the most competent and learned attorney that I have had the pleasure of working with. She listens, counsels and always gives her best legal opinion based on the facts at hand. She is almost always available to counsel, and if not currently available, will always respond in a timely manner. I was very fortunate to have her as my counsel during very strained divorce proceedings and I have no doubt that we won a judgement based on her competency. I would not hesitate in the least in recommending Nida Wood.
  
 
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   Cody Bowman 
 5 October 2022
 
 
  Nida was wonderful to work with from the beginning to the end. She is very understanding, explains everything throughly and gave great recommendations when I had questions. She helped me win my case and is truly knowledgeable in the legal process (specifically family law) and best tactics to win. I would refer her to anyone.
  
 
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   Matt Baker 
 26 April 2022
 
 
  Nida represented me in a child custody case. This case was already a year old and it felt like it was going nowhere when the case changed states and she took over. She was very thorough and  kept me in the loop with everything. From the get go, I trusted her and her opinion on which way to go in the case. She is by far the best lawyer I have ever seen or had the privilege of dealing with. If you need a lawyer that will fight tooth and mail for you, she is the one for you! Without her, I don’t think I would have won custody of my daughter! She is worth every penny! Thank you Nida, for everything!
  
 
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   Keith W. 
 23 March 2022
 
 
  Nida Wood represented me in complex post-divorce child support and property division litigation.  She did a great job reducing a lot of noise and harassment from the other side to a manageable case.  Despite our multiple attempts to settle reasonably, the opposing side insisted on pursuing the case through a bench trial.  Nida was thoroughly prepared and ably defended my rights at trial and in pre-trial.  Her knowledge of Texas family law and evidentiary rules allowed her to disqualify a great deal of the opposing side's witnesses and evidence and forced the court to focus on the legitimate issues.  The court ruled in my favor in every material issue at trial.  Nida's expertise and persistence was critical in obtaining a favorable verdict in this very challenging case.
  
 
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   Amy Beth Talley 
 2 November 2021
 
 
  Bryan has been so amazing throughout this whole divorce journey. As a soon to be single mom of 3, I have needed so much guidance. He has been so informative, available, and reassuring. I am so very grateful and blessed I found him!
  
 
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   josh davis 
 7 June 2021
 
 
  I’ve known Mr Abercrombie for 40 years. When I needed an attorney, there was no question who to call. I cannot recommend higher.
  
 
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   Sarah Gunn 
 9 March 2021
 
 
  These men are amazing. They listen to me and patiently explain to me the outcomes. I feel that they are there for me, especially when dealing with the stress and difficulties of my situation. They were with me every step of the way.
  
 
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   Breezy G Dog Kennels and Breeders, LLC 
 22 February 2020
 
 
  They went the extra mile helping me set up my new business. I was not sure how to document everything but with their integrity and knowledge I was able to get it right the first time!
  
 
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   Lance Van Deman 
 22 February 2020
 
 
  Loved working with these guys!  Got me through some intense times!
  
 
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   Grace Bonnette 
 22 February 2020
 
 
  These guys were extremely helpful and courteous!!  They were easy to understand and I felt at ease throughout my entire process.
  
 
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   Kern Place 
 1 October 2019
 
 
  These guys are extremely professional and provide solid advice, would highly recommend them!

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Receive trusted legal guidance from the experienced estate planning team at Wood & Sanchez Law. Call 1-888-869-0327 or contact us online to schedule a consultation. Our attorneys also assist with probate, property division, estate litigation, guardianship, and drafting wills. Enjoy quality legal service at our office in Southlake, TX, and the surrounding areas.