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Isaac Shutt

Isaac Shutt

Dallas, Texas wills, estate, probate, fiduciary litigation attorney
  • Probate, Estate Planning, Elder Law
  • Texas
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Brian Andrade March 4, 2021
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I've worked with Isaac, I've seen Isaac work with his client's and I've even spoken to and worked with his clients. Without a doubt Isaac is an excellent lawyer and advocate who focuses on his client's goals and success.
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Biography

Attorney Isaac Shutt focuses his law practice on Wills, Legal Trust creation, Probate Law, and help with Estates, primarily in Dallas County and Collin County Texas. He is passionate about assisting families with the necessary legal process to distribute property after the death of a family member. Mr. Shutt genuinely cares for every client and strives to make Wills, Probate, and Estate Administration as affordable and simple as possible.

Mr. Shutt’s Qualifications And Memberships:
Isaac Shutt is licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.

Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law, juris doctor, Cum Laude
Southern Methodist University, Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude
Member, State Bar of Texas
Member, State Bar of Texas – Real Estate, Probate & Trusts Law Section
Member, The College of the State Bar of Texas
Member, Collin County Bar Association
President-Elect, Probate Section, Collin County Bar Association
Attorney ad litem appointment list in Dallas County and Collin County Probate Courts
Past President, Richardson Community Band
Concert Chair / Vice-President, Richardson Community Band
Member, Richardson Chamber of Commerce
Member, Richardson Chamber of Commerce – Leadership Richardson Alumni Association
Member, Murphy Chamber of Commerce
Personal Details About Mr. Shutt:
Mr. Shutt is a Christian and part of the community of Dallas Bible Church.

Outside of the law practice, Isaac enjoys spending time with his wife, Jessica, and his three young sons, Dean, Vaughn and Duke. Isaac is also Vice-President of the Richardson Community Band. Other interests include woodworking, motorcycle riding, working on cars, traveling, and sports (especially the SMU Mustangs). Click here to read more about Mr. Shutt’s hobbies.

Mr. Shutt was raised in Wichita, Kansas. He attended Southern Methodist University for both undergraduate and law degrees.

Practice Areas
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Elder Law
Additional Practice Areas
  • Fiduciary Litigation
  • Guardianship
  • Power of Attorney
  • Wills
Video Conferencing
  • Google Meet
  • Skype
  • FreeConferenceCall
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Shutt Law Firm uses Flat-Rate Attorney Fees for many Probate Cases and for Wills
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Texas
State Bar of Texas
ID Number: 24071203
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Education
Southern Methodist University
J.D.
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Professional Associations
Texas State Bar College
Current
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Collin County Bar Association
President-Elect
- Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
The Top Troubles with “DIY” Wills
Headnotes (Dallas Bar)
Speaking Engagements
Panelist, North Texas Probate Bench Bar
Websites & Blogs
Website
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119 Questions Answered
Q. How to administer husband's estate with no will in Texas?
A: This is actually pretty straightforward, if all three of you are on the same page. You'll want to get a probate attorney to assist you with the probate process called "determination of heirship with independent administration". This will result in the appointment of an independent administrator (one of you), who will have the ability to transfer the assets. This process can take a while, so the sooner you can meet with a probate attorney to get the wheels moving, the better.
Q. How do we sell an inherited property in Mineral Wells, TX with one holdout?
A: Yep. A lawyer can definitely guide you through this.

Step 1 - The lawyer will look at the real estate record to see what legal docs might be needed.

Step 2 - Depending on step 1, there might be some legal work to complete (such as a probate or affidavits of heirship).

Step 3 - Address the hold-out owner. This is often handled through a process called "petition for partition." This is a case where the judge either separates out the hold-out's share of the property or the judge orders that the property be sold.

If everything's in pretty good shape, you might be pleasantly surprised at how affordable it is to have an attorney help.
Q. Can I force sale of vacant inherited home in Texas?
A: It's not 100% clear who the "parties" are in your question. If you probate the will of the deceased owner, as the court-appointed executor of the deceased owner's estate, you would have legal authority to deal with that half. The surviving owner is trickier, though. Do you hold power of attorney for this person? If not, if the surviving owner doesn't want the property sold, it could be a challenge to get the property sold because the surviving owner can claim homestead rights to the home. If that's the case, courts and title companies will be very reluctant to allow the house to be sold.

Definitely start by probating the will of the deceased property owner. You'll need a probate attorney, and that probate attorney will be able to offer solutions. We deal with similar situations all the time. ... Read More
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Contact & Map
Shutt Law Firm, PLLC
522 Bishop
Richardson, TX 75081
US
Telephone: (214) 302-8197
Fax: (214) 382-9437
Monday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 6 PM (Today)
Friday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed