Law Offices of Lee Franks - Lubbock, TX

Dedicated Elder Law and Estate Planning in Lubbock, Texas

Facing the legal, financial, and emotional challenges associated with aging and disability requires trusted, knowledgeable counsel. Located at 3330 70th Street, Suite 201, in Lubbock, Texas, the Law Offices of Lee Franks provides focused estate planning, elder law, and probate services to individuals and families across Lubbock, the South Plains, and West Texas. Founded in 2012 by managing attorney Richard Lee Franks, a graduate of Texas Tech University School of Law who has practiced law since 2008, the firm delivers thoughtful legal guidance designed to protect family assets and provide peace of mind.

Holding an exceptional five-star client satisfaction rating and active involvement in the South Plains Trust and Estate Council, attorney Lee Franks is recognized for his approachable, responsive demeanor and pragmatic problem-solving. When families need to find an attorney to protect an elderly parent life savings or navigate complicated state benefit programs, the firm delivers tailored legal strategies backed by extensive procedural knowledge.

Strategic Medicaid Planning and MERP Defense

Long-term nursing care costs can rapidly deplete personal wealth without strategic advance preparation. The Law Offices of Lee Franks specializes in navigating the Texas Medicaid system and protecting family assets from the Medicaid Estate Recovery Program (MERP). Key elder law capabilities include:

• Structuring Medicaid spend-down plans to qualify aging loved ones for nursing home benefits while protecting exempt assets.
• Preparing Qualified Income Trusts (Miller Trusts) to overcome strict monthly income caps for Medicaid eligibility.
• Implementing Lady Bird deeds and transfer-on-death deeds to protect the family home from post-death state clawback claims.
• Drafting supplemental needs trusts and third-party special needs trusts to preserve disability benefits.

Comprehensive Wills, Trusts, and Disability Planning

An effective estate plan articulates your wishes clearly, prevents family disputes, and protects your autonomy during incapacity. Serving as trusted wills lawyers, trusts lawyers, and estate planning lawyers, attorney Lee Franks designs comprehensive estate packages. The firm prepares last wills and testaments, revocable living trusts, statutory durable power of attorney documents, medical powers of attorney, living wills, and mental healthcare declarations.

Efficient Texas Probate and Estate Administration

Navigating probate court after the death of a family member can be confusing and burdensome. Functioning as experienced probate lawyers, the office assists executors and families with probate filings in Lubbock County courts. Whether probating a will for letters testamentary, utilizing muniment of title, or conducting formal heirship determinations for intestate estates, attorney Franks ensures a smooth, timely resolution.

Complimentary Consultations and Responsive Legal Care

The Law Offices of Lee Franks believes every family deserves access to dependable legal counsel. The firm offers free initial consultations, Spanish-language assistance, and transparent pricing structures. When you need to hire a lawyer to safeguard your legacy and secure long-term care assurances, contact the Lubbock office today to schedule your confidential case evaluation.