Estate Litigation Lawyer in San Antonio

Do you find yourself in a situation where a family member has died, with or without a will or a trust, and you are unfamiliar with the probate process? A board-certified estate litigation lawyer in San Antonio at Scheuerman Law can guide you through each step, ensuring the estate is handled properly and your rights are protected.

Estate Litigation Overview

Handling Estates With Multiple Wills

Did your family member die with more than one Will? In such situations, beneficiaries and heirs of the estate may find themselves in chaos over the proper administration and distribution of estate assets. You or a family member may also find yourself in a situation where you are named Executor, Administrator, or Trustee of the decedent's estate and are unsure what your duties and responsibilities are to the estate, creditors, and the beneficiaries or heirs. On the other hand, a problem may also arise when the named Executor, Administrator, or Trustee is not you, but someone else, who has breached fiduciary duties owed to the distributees regarding the administration of the estate.

Expert Estate Litigation Services

In such situations, conflicts may arise over the interpretation of the will or trust, the administration of estate assets, the identification of heirs, the estate inventory, payment to creditors, and the final accounting and distribution of estate assets. If you are faced with these issues, a board-certified estate litigation attorney in San Antonio at the Scheuerman Law Firm, PLLC, is here to help you, to serve as your advocate through these contested matters, and to assist you in the resolution of your case through settlement or trial. Probate is a court process that involves the appointment of an executor or administrator, identifying the decedent's beneficiaries or heirs, creating an inventory of the assets of the decedent, notifying creditors, and managing the estate debts before distribution to the lawful beneficiaries or heirs.

Hella Scheuerman frequently represents foreign nationals in probate and estate litigation involving property in Texas. Her origins from Central America and ability to clearly communicate in Spanish make her an ideal choice of attorney when disputes arise involving foreign wills and related disputes. Each probate case has its own unique set of facts and circumstances.

We will provide you with the personal service you need to guide you through the probate process. Depending on the facts of your case, the Scheuerman Law Firm, PLLC will assist you with your probate matter, which may include: Depending on your case, this may involve any of the following:

Application to Probate Will
Probate of Foreign Wills
Muniment of Title
Declaration of Heirship
Independent Administration
Dependent Administration
Will and/or Trust Contest
Common Law Marriage Dispute
Estate Disputes

Our Client's Testimonials

One of the best firms in the city for litigation! Knowledgeable, friendly and responsive. They have you covered for everything from Real Estate to Wills / Trusts. Board certified litigators with vast court room experience. Bilingual.

Far more than I expected, professional, ethical and understanding. Gave suggestions but allowed us to make the final decision. His knowledge and understanding of how the system works was impressive and fun to watch, he is amazing.

...you'll have a lion working on your side. After all was said and done, he continued to maintain a relationship with me, showing my family that he truly cared about us. We're so lucky to have found Tyler and to have had him agree to take our case. I can't recommend him highly enough. I truly believe that if he can't find justice for you, then no one can.

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Why Choose Scheuerman Law Firm for Estate Litigation in San Antonio?

Scheuerman Law Firm brings seasoned trial experience and individualized attention to complex estate and probate disputes. Our attorneys prepare every case with litigation in mind, giving you a decisive advantage in will contests, fiduciary disputes, trust litigation, and inheritance conflicts. As a focused, highly experienced team, we limit our caseload to ensure direct access, clear communication, and strategies tailored to the unique dynamics of each estate matter. We proudly serve clients in both English and Spanish.

Tyler Scheuerman:

Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Texas Super Lawyers selection (2008–2025), top 5% statewide
AV Preeminent® rated by Martindale-Hubbell
Avvo “Superb” rating (9.7/10)

Hella Scheuerman:

Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law since 2006
Recognized by TopVerdict.com for a Top 50 Texas verdict (2022)
Leadership roles with ABOTA at the local, state, and national levels
Past President, Bexar County Women’s Bar Association

If you’re facing an estate dispute or concerns about how an estate is being handled, don’t navigate it alone. Contact Scheuerman Law Firm today to schedule a consultation and learn how we can protect your rights and your legacy.

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Probate

Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person’s estate is administered, ensuring that their final wishes are respected, and their assets are distributed according to their will or Texas law.

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Power of Attorney

A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that grants one person, known as the agent, the authority to act on behalf of another, known as the principal.

Will Contest

A will contest is a legal challenge to the validity of a will, often brought forward when family members or other interested parties believe that the will does not reflect the deceased’s true intentions.

Undue Influence

Undue influence occurs when someone exerts excessive pressure or manipulation over a vulnerable individual to alter their estate planning decisions, such as changing a will or trust.

Lack of Mental Capacity

Mental capacity plays a pivotal role in estate planning and probate matters.

Determination of Heirship

Determination of heirship is a critical legal process used to establish the rightful heirs to a deceased person’s estate when there is no valid will in place.

Administration

Probate administration is the legal process of settling a deceased individual’s estate, ensuring that assets are correctly distributed to beneficiaries and outstanding claims and valid debts are resolved, in accordance with the Texas Estates Code.