Wills & Trusts

Wills & Trusts Attorney in Alvin

Drafting & Probate Under One Roof in Brazoria County

Most wills attorneys hand the file off when probate becomes necessary. We don’t. Robert D. Clements Jr. Law Group, LLLP handles both the drafting of wills and testamentary trusts and the probate proceedings that may follow, so the same team that helped you plan can represent your family at the Brazoria County courthouse when the time comes. We’ve served Alvin since 1985, combining the resources of a larger firm with the personal attention of a boutique practice.

Our scope is straightforward: we help clients create legally sound wills, build testamentary trusts into those wills when appropriate, and guide families through probate when a loved one passes. One firm, one relationship, from drafting through administration.

Ready to speak with a wills and trusts attorney in Alvin? Call us at (281) 809-0029 to schedule your free consultation, available in person or virtually.

Why Alvin Clients Choose Robert D. Clements Jr. Law Group, LLLP

Robert D. Clements, Jr. is among the top 2% of attorneys in Texas, holding double board certification in Personal Injury and Civil Trial Law. That level of rigor carries into every area of our practice. We prepare every matter thoroughly, treat every client’s situation with genuine seriousness, and give you direct access to an attorney from day one. When you call, a real person answers, and often that person is an attorney.

We’ve been trusted by Texans since 1985 because we don’t overcomplicate things. You get honest answers, clear fee information with no hidden charges, and a team that’s genuinely in your corner.

What a Well-Drafted Will Covers

A last will and testament does more than distribute property. A thorough will addresses every significant decision your estate can face, so your wishes are on record and your family isn’t left guessing.

Core elements we build into a client’s will:

Asset distribution: Property, financial accounts, and personal belongings directed to the beneficiaries you choose
Guardian designation: Naming a trusted person to care for minor children if you’re no longer able
Executor appointment: Designating who can manage your estate and carry out its terms
Personal gifts and charitable donations: Specific bequests beyond general asset distribution
Business succession: Instructions for managing or transferring business assets for owners
Testamentary trust: A trust built into the will that holds assets for a child until reaching a specified age, rather than transferring everything at once
Power of attorney: A companion document we prepare alongside your will, authorizing a trusted person to make healthcare or financial decisions if you become unable to act for yourself

Texas Will Requirements & the Living Trust Question

Under Texas Estates Code Section 251.051, an attested will must be signed by the testator and witnessed by two or more credible witnesses, each at least 14 years old, who sign in the testator’s presence. Texas also recognizes holographic wills, which require no witnesses as long as the entire document is in the testator’s own handwriting and signed. Either form can be made self-proving by attaching an affidavit that satisfies the witnesses’ testimony at probate, so the court can admit the will without tracking down the original witnesses years later.

You may have seen marketed living trust packages advertised as a way to avoid probate entirely. These products often cost as much as a professionally drafted will and require ongoing maintenance to keep assets properly titled inside the trust. For many Alvin families, a well-drafted will with a testamentary trust where needed can accomplish similar goals with less complexity. We’ll walk you through the tradeoffs honestly, without a sales pitch.

Dying Without a Will in Texas: What Intestacy Means for Your Family

Without a valid will, the Texas Estates Code supplies its own distribution plan through a process called intestate succession. That default plan is designed for the average household, not yours. For married Texans, what a surviving spouse actually receives depends on whether property is classified as separate or community property, and the result can surprise families who assumed everything passes automatically to the spouse.

Property rarely escheats to the State of Texas because intestacy laws are written to reach any relative, however distant. The real risk isn’t losing assets to the state. It’s having assets distributed in ways that don’t reflect your intentions, with no guardian named for your children and no executor designated to manage the process.

What Sets Us Apart

Double Board-Certified

Robert D. Clements, Jr. is part of the top 2% of attorneys double board-certified in Personal Injury and Civil Trial Law.
Trial-Ready, Battle-Tested

Our experienced attorneys prepare every case as if it’s going to trial, ensuring we’re ready to fight—and win—when it matters most.
Personal, Direct Access

At our firm, you're not just a number. You can often speak with an attorney on day one and always reach a real person when you call.
Client-First Approach

You're not just a number; we truly care about every client, providing personalized support and honest advice at every step.

Trusted By Texans Since 1985

Advocates Who Truly Care

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“My Attorney for 25 Years”
“I can't imagine life without my attorney, Bob Clements! He represents you as if you're his only client. He is an awesome attorney, but even a better person.”

Lorene H.
“A Caring Professional”
“Mr. Clements is a caring, punctual, intelligent and realistic professional. He dealt with my situation promptly and protected me from making mistakes. He made it go away before it even began.”

Denise L.
“Incredible Human Being”
“Bob is absolutely incredible as a human being and his job. 44 years and still at it, the dude loves helping people out. Divorce sucks. Let Bob help.”

Chaz J.
“Professional and Caring”
“I am very pleased with his counsel and the way he has handled my cases. I was able to settle both cases in my favor and even got to hear a judge apologize to me, and that's never happened to me before.”

John G.
“Truly A Brilliant Man”
“I have known Bob Clements for 15 years and he is truly a BRILLIANT man. His knowledge of the law and its practical application in today’s world is an immediate asset to his clients as well as his associates.”

Michael P.
“Honestly Amazing”
“I have no experience needing a lawyer, so he made me very calm, walking me through the process. He gave me all my options for my situation, dropped the lawyer act, and spoke to me like a person.”

Angela D.
“He Won the Case”
“As a psychotherapist, I have had to go to court for various clients over the years. I have always compared their lawyers to Mr. Clements. Mr Clements wins every time, is the most honest lawyer, and a good man.”

Patricia H.
“More Than Helpful”
“Both attorneys were more than helpful. They took the time to speak with me and direct me in the right direction. They seemed to genuinely care about me and my situation.”

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Serving Alvin & Brazoria County

We work with clients throughout Alvin and Brazoria County on wills, testamentary trusts, and the probate matters that follow. When probate is required, those cases are handled by the County Courts at Law at the courthouse in Angleton, Texas. Having a wills and trusts lawyer who already knows your documents and your family’s situation can make that process considerably smoother. Some estates, particularly those that incorporate trusts, may avoid probate entirely. When probate is unavoidable, our team is already equipped to see it through.

Schedule Your Free Consultation

We offer a free initial consultation, available in person or virtually, so you can get honest answers before committing to anything. Attorney’s fees are explained clearly and upfront, with no hidden charges. Our team also provides support in Spanish for clients who prefer it. Hablamos español.

Contact Robert D. Clements Jr. Law Group, LLLP today to speak with a wills and trusts lawyer serving Alvin and Brazoria County. Call (281) 809-0029 to get started.

The Executor’s Role Under a Texas Will

The executor named in a will serves as the estate’s legal representative after the testator passes. That role includes defending the estate against valid debts, managing assets during administration, and winding up the deceased’s legal and financial affairs. Before an executor can act, the will must be admitted to probate, which means proving its validity to the court.

If no executor is named, or if the named executor can’t serve, the court appoints one. That appointed administrator may be someone you wouldn’t have chosen. Naming a trusted executor in your will keeps that decision in your hands, not the court’s.

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