Crain & Wooley

Crain & Wooley Crain & Wooley offers a wide range of estate planning and probate services for individuals, families, and business owners throughout the state.

Crain & Wooley in Plano has a stellar reputation for providing individuals, families, and business owners throughout Texas with a wide range of exemplary estate planning services. Their talented legal team possesses 15+ years of experience in crafting comprehensive estate plans for clients of all backgrounds. Their law firm is committed to transparency, integrity, and compassion in all of the impo

rtant matters they handle on behalf of the clients they serve. Crain & Wooley gladly take the time to become familiar with their client's unique situations so they can formulate the perfect plan to protect wealth and transfer assets to the next generation.

Handling an estate after a loss can feel overwhelming. Crain & Wooley helps executors and beneficiaries understand Texas...
06/23/2026

Handling an estate after a loss can feel overwhelming. Crain & Wooley helps executors and beneficiaries understand Texas probate procedures and responsibilities. Reach out to arrange a consultation with a probate attorney. Visit https://www.estateplanningdfw.law/s/h2W0N4z

06/19/2026

Did you know minor children cannot directly inherit your assets?

Without a proper estate plan, a court may appoint someone to manage those assets until your child reaches adulthood.

A trust-based estate plan allows you to choose who will manage your children's inheritance and how those assets should be used for their benefit.

Protect your family and your legacy.

Schedule a consultation today:
https://www.estateplanningdfw.law/contact-us/

Americans spend billions of dollars every year protecting their youth and prolonging life. And honestly? Crain & Wooley ...
06/19/2026

Americans spend billions of dollars every year protecting their youth and prolonging life. And honestly? Crain & Wooley is incredibly thankful for the modern medicine, technology, and advancements that allow people to live longer, healthier, and more prosperous lives.

But no matter how advanced the world becomes, we are still mortal — and pretending otherwise by hiding our heads in the sand does not protect the people we love.

Estate planning is not just for the wealthy.
It is not just for retirees.
And it is certainly not just for “older people.”

Estate planning is for EVERY adult over the age of 18 who loves someone in this world.

Because once a child legally becomes an adult, parents no longer automatically have the authority to:
• Access medical information
• Make healthcare decisions
• Handle finances
• Or step in during an emergency

And no — the same plan for an 18-year-old does NOT work for a 50-year-old. Life changes. Families grow. Assets evolve. Businesses are built. Relationships shift. Health circumstances change.

That is why estate planning is not a “one and done” transaction. You need a true long-term partner who helps your plan evolve alongside your life.

At Crain & Wooley, we believe estate planning is about more than documents. It is about building relationships, educating families, and creating plans that continue to protect the people you love through every stage of life. Learn more here: https://www.estateplanningdfw.law/services/ #~b6ddbbdb-9344-4186-aa49-6f47851d3388

06/18/2026

Crain & Wooley helps clients navigate probate courts in Tarrant and Dallas counties, tailoring strategies that fit each family's circumstances and make the process clearer. Visit https://www.estateplanningdfw.law/s/K6m5c2X

“Tell me why I need an estate plan.”Well… we don’t mind if we do.Every week at Crain & Wooley, we meet families who beli...
06/17/2026

“Tell me why I need an estate plan.”

Well… we don’t mind if we do.

Every week at Crain & Wooley, we meet families who believed:
• “We don’t really have anything.”
• “My kids will do the right thing.”
• “Everything will just automatically work itself out.”
• Or “Wills and trusts are for rich people.”

Unfortunately, those beliefs often lead to pain, confusion, conflict, and unnecessary expense for the people left behind.

The reality is that estate planning is not just about wealth — it is about making life easier for the people you love during one of the hardest moments they will ever experience.

When someone passes away without a will or trust, grieving loved ones are often shocked to learn:
• Who legally inherits assets
• Who does NOT automatically inherit assets
• How long probate can take
• How expensive court involvement can become
• And how quickly family tension can arise when there are no clear instructions

You may not be here to help navigate the fallout afterward (although… if you don’t particularly like anyone, maybe this becomes one final “gotcha” from the grave), but your loved ones will still have to deal with the consequences.

Estate planning is one of the greatest gifts you can leave your family:
clarity, protection, guidance, and peace during an already painful time.

At Crain & Wooley, we help families create plans that protect the people they love — not just the assets they own. Learn more here: https://www.estateplanningdfw.law/estate-planning/ #~b6ddbbdb-9344-4186-aa49-6f47851d3388

Planning ahead matters for families supporting a loved one with disabilities. Crain & Wooley highlights how a special ne...
06/17/2026

Planning ahead matters for families supporting a loved one with disabilities. Crain & Wooley highlights how a special needs trust can fund care, education, and quality-of-life expenses without disrupting essential government benefits. Visit https://www.estateplanningdfw.law/s/47o0z4F

06/15/2026

Crain & Wooley takes great pride in guiding clients through each phase of estate planning. Our website offers resources for families with unique circumstances and evolving needs. Visit https://www.estateplanningdfw.law/s/X2N6b3z

“I have been paying $2,000 a month for facility care for my sister after her stroke. We have spent all of her money, and...
06/15/2026

“I have been paying $2,000 a month for facility care for my sister after her stroke. We have spent all of her money, and now I am going broke trying to keep up.”

EEKS. This is one of the worst-case scenarios families face — and unfortunately, we hear versions of this story far too often at Crain & Wooley.

Many Texans are told half-truths like:
“There is no help.”
“You have to spend absolutely everything.”
“There is nothing you can do.”

That simply is not always true.

Long-term care planning and Medicaid planning are highly specialized areas of law, and with proper guidance, families can often preserve as many assets as legally possible while still helping loved ones qualify for Medicaid assistance.

The key is working with professionals who understand:
• Medicaid eligibility rules
• Exempt vs. countable assets
• Spend-down strategies
• Care planning options
• Timing considerations
• And how to legally protect families from complete financial devastation

Too many families wait until they are emotionally exhausted and financially drained before asking for help.

Please do not try to navigate this alone.

At Crain & Wooley, we help families understand their options and create strategies designed to protect both their loved ones and their financial future during incredibly difficult times. Learn more here: https://www.estateplanningdfw.law/estate-planning/long-term-care-planning/ #~b6ddbbdb-9344-4186-aa49-6f47851d3388

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2805 Dallas Parkway Suite 400
Plano, TX
75093

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Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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