McKinney & Southlake, Texas
But It Only Takes One Phone Call to Preserve It
Trusted estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving families across the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. Over 350+ five-star Google reviews.
6,000+
Trusts Completed
10,000+
Wills Drafted
2,000+
Probates Handled
10,000+
Trusted Clients
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What We Do
We combine deep legal expertise with clear communication, helping you understand your options at every step.
About the Firm
Willingham Law Firm, PC was founded on a simple belief: legal matters are stressful enough without a lawyer who speaks only in jargon. We take the time to explain your options clearly, so you can make confident decisions.
Whether you're planning your estate, starting a business, or navigating a legal dispute, we bring the same commitment to clarity and integrity to every client relationship.
Our goal is not just to handle your legal matter — it's to make sure you understand every decision along the way.
Taylor Willingham, Esq.
BBB Accredited
A+ Rating
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350+ Five-Star Reviews
Elder Law College
Certified Member
Top Rated
Estate Planning Attorney
Our Difference
We bring the same commitment to clarity, integrity, and personal attention to every client relationship.
Our in-depth knowledge of Texas probate law means your case is in capable hands. We understand the complexities unique to McKinney, Southlake, and the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.
We pride ourselves on offering compassionate, personalized service to each of our clients. We treat every client with personalized attention, recognizing that every family’s situation is unique.
We aim for efficiency in all we do, striving to resolve your probate matters quickly and effectively. Your estate plan isn’t just a set of documents — it’s a safeguard for your family’s future.
Client Reviews
Over 350 five-star Google reviews from families we've served across the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.
“As a professional, working with the Willingham Law Firm has been terrific. They are attentive to client needs, and carefully customize each estate plan. Taylor takes time to answer questions and explain the law and concepts to clients in a simple understanding way. One thing I appreciate is that he never talks down to people, and his staff looks for opportunities to help their clients. A truly great law firm that goes the extra mile!”
Wendell Brock
“I have now had Taylor and his staff assist me with 2 Elder Estate cases. They have been amazing to work with and Taylor is incredibly thorough!! This is important when there are so many options available out there, and misinformation could lead to a costly mistake. Thank you for all of your help!!”
Angela Heinen
“I am a Certified Financial Planner and have worked with Taylor Willingham and his team for over 15 years. He has always treated my clients with the utmost respect and care, often giving advice that makes his firm LESS money by offering the simplest and clearest solution available to meet the clients needs. The Willingham Law firm does what it is supposed to: It puts the clients first.”
Jeff Reddick
“The staff at this office is top notch. Professional, prompt and courteous all describe this group during my appointments. Taylor Willingham was able to quickly answer my questions and set my mind at ease with regard to my will and trust. 10 out of 10 recommend this office and will do business with them again if and when I need them!”
Verified Client
“From the attorneys to the legal assistants and the receptionists, everyone we met at Willingham Law Firm, PC, was professional, yet warm-hearted and easy-going. The personal touch made figuring out a will and estate questions reasonably easy; and helped solve several areas of concern. We are so grateful for their expertise in helping us conclude this otherwise dreaded to-do list task.”
Verified Client
“This was a great learning experience. Each step was explained clearly and if we had questions they were answered in a way we completely understood. There was plenty of time for us to complete our task and we learned an enormous amount of information explained in down to earth terms. We left feeling comfortable that we are in good hands.”
Verified Client
Meet the Founder
From assisting individuals with creating a will that can help protect their children for the long term to creating a business succession plan for a family business owner, Mr. Willingham truly enjoys helping his clients through every stage of future planning.
Mr. Willingham is also highly regarded for his estate planning experience. He has been selected as a guest on podcasts and television shows, and he has authored five books on estate planning and elder law.
Led by founding attorney Taylor Willingham, the entire legal team takes pride in creating, drafting, and enforcing powerful estate plans that can protect estates of all sizes. We understand that you have lived your life in such a way that has shaped a tremendous legacy. You have created a home and nurtured your relationships and deserve to live out the hopes and dreams of your family. Protect those hopes and dreams by planning for the future in advance.
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Taylor Willingham on Good Morning Texas talking about his new book
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Practical guidance on estate planning, probate, and elder law from our attorneys.
Margaret Holloway died in Allen, Texas, in 1999. She left no will. Her daughter Patricia paid the property taxes for twenty-six years. When Patricia's daughter Kaia googled 'is it too late to determine heirs Texas,' every result mentioned a four-year probate deadline. She assumed she was out of luck. She was wrong — and the statute that saved her is one most Texas families have never heard of.
Read ArticleDavid Mendez spent forty-five minutes on hold with his mortgage servicer before a representative told him what he feared: transferring his Frisco home into a living trust would trigger the due-on-sale clause and the bank could demand full repayment. His estate planning attorney had a different answer — backed by a 1982 federal law that specifically protects this exact transfer. The representative was wrong. But David nearly let that mistake leave his trust permanently unfunded.
Read ArticleMost families assume a missed inventory deadline gives beneficiaries the right to remove the executor. Texas law is more complicated — and the distinction can change your strategy entirely.
Read ArticlePublished Works
Attorney Taylor Willingham has authored five books on estate planning and elder law, making complex legal concepts accessible to every family.
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