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Adams, King, & Smith
Estate Planning Services
Kris King has over 40 years of experience in
Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning. We offer a range of estate planning services, to include Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Medical directives, and more. We take a personalized approach to every case, working closely with you or your loved ones to understand individual needs and goals.
Experienced Probate Assistance
Kris King has over 40 years of experience in probate law. He understands the complexities of probate law and works to help you or your loved ones navigate the probate process.
Skillful, conscientious, compassionate.
We are here to help.
Client-Focused Approach
We are committed to achieving your goals. You come first. We strive to provide the best legal service for you. Your goal is our goal.
We want to help.
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Client Testimonials
Don't just take our word for it - read what our clients have to say about their experiences working with us. We are proud to have helped so many families and individuals through the probate process and Estate Planning.
5 STARS
CATHY
Recently my husband passed away. I was overwhelmed with everything that needed to be done, and I needed help and guidance. Kris King and his assistant assured me they could help and gave me peace of mind. His concern and patience was reassuring, he answered my questions, and went above and beyond to help. I highly recommend him. If you are looking for an excellent, experienced, professional yet personal probate lawyer, look no further.
5 STARS
Melinda
I highly recommend Mr. King. Because of his expertise and compassion. What could have been a difficult and unpleasant experience went smoothly without any difficulties at all. I am confident in his abilities as an attorney and in addition, he has a top-notch staff. If I am ever in need of legal services in the future, I will definitely give him a call.
5 STARS
Felisa
Mr. King was very nice and informative. He will be handling my dad's estate and I feel fully confident that things will be as I have hoped. Mrs. Carol was very nice and they worked around my schedule.
5 STARS
Tyler
Kris was amazing. Being a fellow vet and UT alum I was anticipating the best and he delivered.
5 STARS
Shaun
Among the best attorneys in Longview. I trust Mr. King explicitly to handle my case to the best of his ability. Always honest and fourth coming with advice and willing to explain matter's in terms that anyone can understand for those of us that don't understand legal terminology.
5 STARS
indalynn
He did a great job on my case. He worked really hard after my first lawyer just quit. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
5 STARS
Jaylynn He was very knowledgeable and helpful in redoing our wills.
5 STARS
Joe Nelms
I have always trusted Kris for my legal matters.
About Probate Law
Why us?
Experience and Expertise
We have been there with family and friends. With over forty years of experience in Probate and Estate Planning, Kris has handled thousands of cases. He understands what you’re going through, what you need, and how to help.
Educational Background
He attended the University of Texas at Austin on an academic scholarship and was chosen as the Outstanding Military Science student at the University of Texas. As a Distinguished Military Graduate, he was selected by the United States Army for an elite program to attend the University of Texas School of Law while on active military duty. He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin Law School, one of the premier law schools in the nation. He was awarded the American Jurisprudence Award for being the top student in a course taught by the renowned dean of the Law School, Page Keeton, a Harvard Law School graduate. He is also a graduate of the Army Law School at the University of Virginia and studied for a Master of Laws degree at Georgetown University.
Professional Experience
Kris has extensive experience at both the trial and appellate levels in State and Federal Courts. He has also taught college courses at Northwestern State University. With decades of experience and thousands of cases handled, he has the knowledge and skill to help.
Focus
We focus on and limit our practice to helping clients navigate Probate and Estate Planning. Probate and Estate Planning are not sidelines, they are what we do.
Military Service
Kris knows what it means to serve and put others first. His distinguished career began in the U.S. Army where, while on active duty in the Washington D.C. area, he was chosen as the Editor-In-Chief of the Criminal Law Journal of the Army’s Defense Appellate Division, The Advocate. He also served as the United States Army’s Regional Defense Counsel for the Southwest United States and Panama. Kris also served on active military duty during Operation Desert Storm.
Personal Background
Kris grew up working on his family’s ranch and farms across the Great Plains. He has been happily married to his wife, Susan, since their college days, and together they have three children and six grandchildren. For over forty years, they have been active members and leaders in their church. They live on a few acres with their two dogs and horse, and enjoy the times when their children and grandchildren visit, cooking out, sitting by the fire pit, taking horseback rides and fishing in their pond.
Why us?
Because when you choose us, you are choosing a team that understands, a team that cares, a team with a deep commitment to providing exceptional legal services, grounded in decades of experience and a personal dedication to each client’s needs. Let us help you and your loved ones.
Commitment
We understand that the probate process and estate planning can be overwhelming and emotional for you. That's why we are committed to providing compassionate and personalized legal services to you. We will work tirelessly to ensure that your needs are met and your rights are protected.
Results
We are proud of what we have been able to help our clients with.
We have helped countless clients achieve their goals in probate matters and estate planning.
We are dedicated to achieving the best results for you.
Our Approach
Client-Centered
At Adams, King, & Smith, our approach is centered around your needs. We understand that you and your case are unique, so we take the time to listen and understand your goals and concerns. We will work closely with you to develop customized legal strategies that meet your specific needs.
Experienced Professionals
We have skills honed through decades of experience in probate and estate planning. We have a deep understanding of the legal issues that arise in probate and estate planning matters, and we use our knowledge and experience to help you or your loved ones achieve their goals.
Effective Solutions
We are committed to providing efficient and cost effective solutions to your probate or estate planning needs. We understand that timely action is often needed in probate and estate planning matters, so we will work diligently to achieve your goals as quickly and cost-effectively as possible.
About Probate Law
We Care
We understand that dealing with legal matters can be overwhelming and distressing. That’s why we are dedicated to providing compassionate, personal service. With our knowledge and experience, we help you and your loved ones achieve your goals. We work tirelessly to ensure your needs are met and your rights are protected.
AREAS OF PRACTICE
PROBATE
What is Probate ?
Probate in Texas can be complicated and confusing, working with an experienced Texas probate attorney can take the anxiety and frustration out of it. We have helped hundreds of clients. You don’t have to navigate this alone.
We have comprehensive knowledge of Texas Probate Law. Navigating Texas probate courts is the last thing that anyone wants to do when their loved one has passed away. We have helped many individuals in probate courts.
Why Choose Us?
We are skillful and compassionate and understand what you are facing. Our team knows that no clients are the same, and probate requires thoughtful consideration of the decedent’s wishes. You can count on us to tailor a probate solution to your unique needs and provide knowledge, guidance, and emotional support during this difficult time. Texas offers options on how to probate an estate. We can help you find the best way through the probate process, or perhaps even avoid probate. Let us walk you through it.
Contact us today at 903.757.3331 or email us at info@KrisKingLaw.com.
Our Approach
ESTATE PLANNING
What is estate planning?
Estate planning is the process of creating a plan to manage and distribute your assets after you pass away. It involves creating legal documents such as Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Directives to Physicians.
Almost everyone and their family would benefit from an estate plan. Just talk to someone whose loved one passed away without one. Estate planning can be complex, let us simplify it and help you find the best plan.
Estate planning is a way to show you care. Many families may need only simple Wills designating their children or spouses as beneficiaries. However, there may be other issues to consider when you are planning your estate. We can discuss your options and help you make the best plan for your family's future.
What are the benefits of estate planning?
Estate planning can provide several benefits, not the least of which are the peace of mind for you and your loved ones in knowing that things are taken care of, including being sure that your property will be distributed according to your wishes, and that you have provided for your loved ones. Make it as easy as possible for them after you are not here to help them. They will have enough to deal with without having to go through “the nightmare” of probate where property issues are left in disarray. We have seen many difficult situations arise and many family relationships terribly damaged because of lack of planning.