M Burns Law Firm, PLLC - Dallas, TX
M Burns Law Firm, PLLC is a trusted Dallas law practice led by Melissa Burns, providing personalized estate planning, probate administration, asset protection, corporate formation, and full-service residential and commercial title closings across Texas.
Comprehensive Estate Planning and Business Counsel in Dallas
Safeguarding family wealth and securing commercial ventures requires forward-thinking legal strategies and compassionate, personalized counsel. M Burns Law Firm, PLLC is a premier Dallas law practice dedicated to guiding individuals, families, and growing business owners through estate planning, probate administration, corporate entity formation, and commercial real estate transactions. Led by founding attorney Melissa Burns-an adjunct law professor at the University of North Texas College of Law with over two decades of legal and litigation experience-the firm delivers sophisticated legal counsel with the accessibility of a neighborhood practice. Whether a family needs to hire an attorney to establish an estate plan or an entrepreneur seeks to build a corporate entity, the firm delivers customized legal solutions that protect generational assets.
Wills, Living Trusts, and Asset Protection Strategies
Creating an enforceable estate plan is one of the most vital steps a person can take to provide financial clarity and protect loved ones from unnecessary court delays. When designing an estate plan, it is essential to find a lawyer who understands how to align testamentary goals with Texas probate statutes. M Burns Law Firm, PLLC designs comprehensive estate plans tailored to each client family dynamics and financial profile. Services include drafting last wills and testaments, revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, statutory durable powers of attorney, medical powers of attorney, and living wills. Utilizing Melissa Burns extensive background in asset and liability protection, the firm constructs robust frameworks that shield family wealth from creditors, minimize estate tax burdens, and ensure seamless asset transfer.
Compassionate Dallas County Probate Administration
Losing a loved one is emotionally exhausting, and navigating the Texas probate court system can quickly become overwhelming for grieving family members. If you need an attorney urgently to administer a deceased relative estate or secure letters testamentary, M Burns Law Firm, PLLC provides patient, efficient representation. The practice guides executors and family administrators through every phase of independent and dependent probate administrations, muniment of title proceedings, small estate affidavits, and heirship determinations. The firm handles creditor claims, inventories of estate assets, and distributions to beneficiaries, resolving potential family disagreements before they escalate into costly court battles.
Corporate Formation, Management, and Stewart Title Services
In addition to private wealth planning, M Burns Law Firm, PLLC serves as an essential strategic partner for local business owners and real estate investors. The firm assists entrepreneurs with corporate entity formation, structuring limited liability companies (LLCs), corporations, and partnerships, as well as drafting governing bylaws and operating agreements. Furthermore, Melissa Burns operates as an official fee office for Stewart Title, providing clients with direct title examination, closing escrow, and underwriting resources for both residential and commercial real estate transactions throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
The M Burns Law Firm Advantage
- Academic and Practical Authority: Led by UNT College of Law adjunct professor Melissa Burns, bringing over 20 years of real-world legal insight.
- Integrated Real Estate Title Services: Seamlessly handling property transfers and title closings through an established Stewart Title fee office partnership.
- Free Initial Consultations: Accessible introductory consultations ensuring prospective clients receive clear, honest legal assessments.
- Bilingual and Community-Focused: Fluent Spanish support, active foster care advocacy, and youth mentoring across Dallas schools.
Take proactive control of your family future and business growth today. You can consult an experienced lawyer who cares about your long-term success. Contact M Burns Law Firm, PLLC to schedule your free consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the highly sought-after Lakewood neighborhood of East Dallas, near the scenic White Rock Lake area.
Building Location
A beautifully designed 2-story boutique commercial property known as the Live Oak Office Building, completed in 2021 with modern wood-framed finishes, located near local favorites like the Goldrush Cafe and La Calle Doce.
Parking Details
The building features an on-site surface parking lot with 18 designated spaces for visitors and clients, located at the corner of La Vista Drive and Gaston Avenue.
Public Transit
Served by Dallas Area Rapid Transit Route 9 (East - Lakewood); nearest stop is at Gaston @ La Vista - N - NS.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the modern Live Oak Office Building through the primary ground-floor entrance, take the stairs or passenger elevator to the second floor, and proceed directly to Suite 200.