Law Office of Nicholas Abaza – Houston, TX

Winning the Tough Estate Fights

The Law Office of Nicholas Abaza is a premier probate and litigation firm located in the historic Rice Village area of Houston, Texas. Founded by Nicholas Abaza in 2000, the firm has established a reputation for handling high-conflict Probate and Estate Litigation cases that other attorneys shy away from. Whether it is a dispute over a will, a contested inheritance, or a breach of fiduciary duty, Nicholas Abaza brings over two decades of courtroom experience to the table. The firm operates with a philosophy of ‘Zealous Advocacy,’ fighting aggressively to protect the legacy and rights of their clients against fraud, undue influence, and theft.

Areas of Practice

• Will Contests and Probate Litigation: Specializing in challenging the validity of wills based on lack of capacity or undue influence. The firm has a track record of recovering millions in settlements for clients who were wrongfully disinherited.
• Estate Administration: Guiding executors and administrators through the complex Texas probate process, ensuring all legal duties are met efficiently.
• Family Law: Representing clients in divorce proceedings, particularly those involving complex property divisions and inheritance issues.
• Real Estate and Business Litigation: Handling disputes related to property rights and business succession often tied to estate matters.

Meet Nicholas Abaza

Nicholas Abaza is a seasoned trial lawyer who graduated from the University of Houston Law Center in 2000 after earning his B.B.A. in Finance from the University of Texas at Austin. His background in finance gives him a distinct advantage in tracing assets and understanding the financial complexities of large estates. He is fluent in English and French, allowing him to serve a broader international clientele. With a perfect 10.0 Superb Rating on Avvo, Nicholas is respected by peers and feared by opponents for his tenacity and deep knowledge of Texas probate law.

Client-Centered Representation

The firm offers a free consultation 📞 to assess the merits of your case. Uniquely, they take many probate litigation cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients do not pay attorney fees unless the firm recovers assets for them. Their office on Times Boulevard places them in the heart of one of Houston’s most prestigious neighborhoods, convenient for clients from West University and the Medical Center.