A plan for the people you love, written in plain words.
Wills, trusts, powers of attorney and probate for San Antonio families. Every plan is explained in plain English before anyone signs.
Two practice areas, and the questions that come with them
Wills, trusts & probate
- WillsWho receives what, and who looks after your children and your affairs.
- Living trustsFor families who would like to keep things private and out of probate.
- Powers of attorneyFinancial and medical, so someone you trust can act if you cannot.
- Probate & administrationSteady help after a death, from the first court filing to the final distribution.
Real estate
- Transfer on death deedsPassing a home to family without a probate case.
- Deeds within the familyAdding a spouse or child to title, carefully and correctly.
- Heirship & title questionsWhen a home is still in the name of someone who has died.
- Selling an inherited homeWhat has to be in place before the house can be sold.
Three unhurried steps
A first meeting
Bring a list of what you own and owe, and the names of the people you would like to look after things. The office sends a short checklist when you book.
A draft in plain English
You receive the draft documents with a one-page summary of what each one does. Ask anything. Nothing is signed until it reads right to you.
Signing, then upkeep
Documents are signed and witnessed at the office, or at home or in hospital where needed. The office checks in when the law or your family changes.
Joanna Hartwell
Joanna Hartwell has been licensed to practice law in Texas since 2004 and sees clients at the office on Ostrander Street in downtown San Antonio. Every plan starts with a conversation with Joanna about your family and what matters to you.
Wills, powers of attorney and probate, and the property questions that come with them. Every plan is explained in plain English before anyone signs.
Licensed by the State Bar of Texas since 2004.
Mission San JoséStone arches, a short drive from the office 
Texas bluebonnetsEvery spring, along the roadsides 
Home visitsDocuments can be signed at home, by arrangement
Questions families ask first
What should I bring to the first meeting?
A list of what you own and owe, any existing will, and the names of the people you would like to look after things. The office sends a short checklist when you book.
Can you visit a parent at home or in hospital?
Often, yes. Call (210) 555-0119 and the office will arrange a visit where it can.
Someone in my family has died. Where do I start?
Call the office. The first conversation covers what needs to happen now and what can wait.
Where is the office?
455 Ostrander Street, Suite 600, San Antonio, TX 78205.
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455 Ostrander Street, Suite 600
San Antonio, TX 78205
Home and hospital visits by arrangement