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Norton Law, PLLC - Kimberly S. Norton An Attorney with 25 plus years of experience planning, developing and implementing solutions for legal issues. Detail-oriented, conscientious and organized.

An Estate Planning Attorney serving clients who want to avoid conflict & court, know that their minor children will never be temporarily placed with strangers should something happen to them & want to have their Estate Plan reviewed annually and updated. Innovative and highly effective at developing creative strategies. Works aggressively to achieve continued success. Consistently takes initiative and perseveres even in the most elusive and trying of issues. Collaborates well with diverse clients of varying socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Passion for researching, learning, and teaching about the law. https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-s-norton-attorney-at-law-mba-2b98b24/

https://ksnortonlaw.com/resources/blog/durable-vs-springing-power-of-attorney-whats-the-difference/Giving someone author...
10/10/2026

https://ksnortonlaw.com/resources/blog/durable-vs-springing-power-of-attorney-whats-the-difference/

Giving someone authority over your finances can feel like a major loss of control if that authority begins before you need help. Waiting until incapacity, however, can create delays when bills, property, or accounts need immediate attention. In Texas, a durable power of attorney can take effect immediately or “spring” into effect later. The key difference is when your agent receives authority—not whether the document remains valid after incapacity.

https://ksnortonlaw.com/resources/educational-videos/When most people think about estate planning, they think about havi...
10/04/2026

https://ksnortonlaw.com/resources/educational-videos/

When most people think about estate planning, they think about having a will. But a complete Texas estate plan includes several important documents that help protect you, your family, and your assets.

In this video, Texas estate planning attorney Jared Norton explains the five core estate planning documents that every Texas resident should consider:

✔ Last Will and Testament
✔ Declaration of Guardianship
✔ Financial Power of Attorney
✔ Medical Power of Attorney
✔ Advance Directive (Living Will)

Whether you're single, married, retired, or raising young children, these foundational documents can help ensure your wishes are carried out and your loved ones are protected.

Learn more about estate planning in Texas:

🌐 American Estate Planning Series
https://www.epseries.com

🌐 Texas Estate Planning Resources
https://www.epseries.com/texas-hub

How Religious Beliefs Shape Your DirectiveCreating a directive to physicians that reflects your religious values require...
10/03/2026

How Religious Beliefs Shape Your Directive

Creating a directive to physicians that reflects your religious values requires careful thought about both your beliefs and the medical decisions addressed by the document. Your faith may influence how you view life-sustaining treatment, artificial nutrition and hydration, or other measures used when you are seriously ill and cannot communicate your wishes.

https://ksnortonlaw.com/resources/blog/religious-considerations-in-a-directive-to-physicians/

Do you need a will or a trust in Texas?The answer depends on your goals, your assets, and how much court involvement you...
10/02/2026

Do you need a will or a trust in Texas?

The answer depends on your goals, your assets, and how much court involvement you want your family to deal with after your death.

In this video, Texas estate planning attorney Jared Norton explains the differences between wills and trusts in Texas, how probate works, and why many families choose trusts to simplify administration and avoid unnecessary delays.

If you live in Texas, understanding the difference between a will and a trust can help you make better planning decisions for your family.

👉 Learn more about Texas estate planning:
https://epseries.com/texas-hub

About the American Estate Planning Series™
The American Estate Planning Series provides clear, practical estate planning education—state by state—through experienced estate planning attorneys.

Jared Norton is the Texas Contributing Attorney for the American Estate Planning Series and helps Texas families create estate plans designed to work in the real world.

https://ksnortonlaw.com/resources/educational-videos/

A revocable living trust is a legal arrangement that allows you to manage your assets during your lifetime and outline h...
10/01/2026

A revocable living trust is a legal arrangement that allows you to manage your assets during your lifetime and outline how those assets will be handled after your passing. Unlike a will, which must go through probate, a living trust helps avoid the probate process by making sure your assets are distributed efficiently to your beneficiaries.

What makes it “revocable” is the flexibility it offers. You maintain full control over your trust, allowing you to make changes or revoke it entirely at any time while you’re alive.

https://ksnortonlaw.com/resources/blog/how-can-a-revocable-living-trust-protect-your-assets-during-your-lifetime/

Do you really need a revocable living trust in Texas? The answer depends on your circumstances.In this conversation, Tex...
09/30/2026

Do you really need a revocable living trust in Texas?
The answer depends on your circumstances.
In this conversation, Texas estate planning attorney Jared Norton and Louisiana estate planning attorney Paul Rabalais discuss when a living trust can make sense for Texas families—and when it may not be necessary.
Many people create revocable living trusts to help their families avoid probate, keep the administration of their estate more private, and provide instructions for how assets should be managed and distributed. But Texas probate can differ significantly from probate in other states, and some people may already have assets structured to pass directly to beneficiaries without probate.

Jared and Paul discuss:
• Why avoiding probate is one of the primary reasons people consider a living trust
• How Texas probate differs from probate in states such as California
• Texas independent administration and muniment of title
• How beneficiary designations can affect whether probate is necessary
• An example of someone who may not need a living trust
• Why estate planning recommendations should depend on the family's assets, circumstances, and objectives

This video is for educational purposes and is not legal advice. Estate planning laws and individual circumstances vary. Consult a qualified attorney regarding your particular situation.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bGd9L8E3sE

If you're the parent of minor children in Texas, one of the most important estate planning decisions you can make is dec...
09/29/2026

If you're the parent of minor children in Texas, one of the most important estate planning decisions you can make is deciding who should raise your children if something happens to both parents.

Texas estate planning attorney Jared Norton explains how a Declaration of Guardianship can allow parents to nominate the people they want to care for their children, why naming alternate guardians matters, and what can happen if parents have not made that decision in advance.

Jared also explains why choosing a guardian is only one part of planning for minor children. Parents should also consider who will manage their children's inheritance and how the rest of their estate plan works together.

This video is for educational purposes and is not individualized legal advice.

https://ksnortonlaw.com/resources/educational-videos/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2rMaCZIHCQ&t=6s

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7300 State Highway 121, Suite 300
McKinney, TX
75070

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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