The Ellis Law Firm, PLLC

The Ellis Law Firm, PLLC Scott Ellis is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Over 20 years of experience has equipped him to serve his clients with excellence.

Probate and estate planning are Scott's primary services. The Ellis Law Firm has offered general legal, family law, mediation services and criminal defense services to the Tyler, Texas, area for over twenty years. The focus of his practice has narrowed to primarily Probate and Estate Planning. Scott is Board Certified in Family Law.

Estate planning is about more than dividing assets — it’s about protecting the people who matter most. At The Ellis Law ...
06/03/2026

Estate planning is about more than dividing assets — it’s about protecting the people who matter most. At The Ellis Law Firm, we help families in Tyler and across East Texas take proactive steps that bring clarity, stability, and peace of mind.

Here are a few ways you can safeguard your loved ones and your estate:
• Create or update your will so your wishes are clear and debts are addressed properly.
• Establish trusts to help protect specific assets.
• Review beneficiary designations on life insurance and retirement accounts so certain assets may transfer outside of probate.
• Evaluate and reduce high‑interest or unsecured debt during your lifetime.

Thoughtful planning today can make tomorrow easier for the people you care about. If you’d like help reviewing your estate plan or exploring your options, our team is here to support you.

As Memorial Day approaches, we’re taking time to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our co...
05/25/2026

As Memorial Day approaches, we’re taking time to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice protects the freedoms we hold close, and our team is grateful for their courage.

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of the holiday. We’ll reopen on Tuesday, May 26, and will respond to messages as soon as we’re back.

We hope you and your loved ones have a meaningful and respectful Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

Scams are getting more convincing, but there are still clear signs that can help you spot trouble before it impacts your...
05/14/2026

Scams are getting more convincing, but there are still clear signs that can help you spot trouble before it impacts your family. Here are a few red flags our team at The Ellis Law Firm encourages you to watch for:

• A rushed sense of urgency meant to pressure you into acting quickly
• Messages pretending to be from government agencies, banks, or trusted companies
• Offers that sound far better than they should — especially those asking for upfront fees
• Emails or links with misspellings, odd domains, or poorly built websites

A quick pause to verify the source can go a long way in protecting your personal information and your estate. When in doubt, contact the organization directly using the information on their official website.

If you ever have questions about protecting your documents or safeguarding your estate planning information, our team is here to help.

Estate planning isn’t just about future distributions—it’s also about making sure someone you trust can make medical dec...
05/12/2026

Estate planning isn’t just about future distributions—it’s also about making sure someone you trust can make medical decisions if you can’t.

Without a valid and up‑to‑date health care directive, your loved ones may face delays, legal hurdles, or uncertainty during an already stressful time. Keeping this document current helps ensure your wishes are honored and that your chosen health care proxy is recognized under Texas law.

If you’d like help reviewing or updating your health care directive, our team at The Ellis Law Firm is here to support you. Give us a call anytime at (903) 596-7600.

As we celebrate Mother’s Day, our team at The Ellis Law Firm is grateful for the mothers, grandmothers, and maternal fig...
05/10/2026

As we celebrate Mother’s Day, our team at The Ellis Law Firm is grateful for the mothers, grandmothers, and maternal figures who shape families with strength, love, and guidance.

In our work helping East Texas families protect what matters most, we’re reminded every day of the impact these women have on the legacies they build and the futures they inspire.

We hope your day is filled with appreciation, joy, and time with the people you love.

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at The Ellis Law Firm. 💐

May is Older Americans Month, and it’s an important reminder to make sure your estate plan still reflects your wishes an...
05/06/2026

May is Older Americans Month, and it’s an important reminder to make sure your estate plan still reflects your wishes and protects the people you care about.

At The Ellis Law Firm, we encourage a few simple steps that can make a meaningful difference:

• Organize important documents so trusted family members can easily access your wills, trusts, insurance information, and other key records.
• Review your assets to be sure your financial, physical, and digital property is accurately reflected in your plan.
• Document your preferences for memorial or final arrangements to help ease the burden on loved ones.

Taking time to check in on these items can give you and your family clarity and peace of mind. If you’d like help reviewing or updating your estate plan, our team is always here to support you. 📘

Spring is a great reminder that life changes quickly — and your estate plan should grow right along with it. At The Elli...
04/23/2026

Spring is a great reminder that life changes quickly — and your estate plan should grow right along with it. At The Ellis Law Firm, we help families across Tyler and East Texas build strong, flexible estate plans that protect what matters most.

If you’re starting from scratch or it’s simply time for an update, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

Have questions? Give us a call at (903) 596-7600 or visit https://theellislawfirm.com/

Naming a primary beneficiary is a smart first step, but your estate plan needs more than that to stay protected over tim...
04/21/2026

Naming a primary beneficiary is a smart first step, but your estate plan needs more than that to stay protected over time. If something prevents that person from inheriting and there’s no backup in place, it can create avoidable complications like probate delays or assets being distributed in ways you never intended.

That’s why our team at The Ellis Law Firm encourages clients to add backup beneficiaries and contingency language. These simple steps help keep your plan flexible, aligned with your wishes, and ready for the unexpected.

If you're not sure whether your current plan has the protection it needs, we’re here to help. Reach out anytime to review your documents and make sure your estate plan evolves as life does.

Have questions about naming beneficiaries? Let us know in the comments.

Marriage is a beautiful new chapter, but it doesn’t only bring big life changes. It can also bring significant legal and...
04/14/2026

Marriage is a beautiful new chapter, but it doesn’t only bring big life changes. It can also bring significant legal and financial changes for couples. That’s why this new chapter is the perfect time to create or update your estate plan.

Without proper planning, state laws — not your wishes — could determine who makes decisions for you or inherits your assets. Remember: Each spouse should have their own will and power of attorney, even if your wishes align.

Give us a call, and we can get started.

So much of what we own now exists online — from bank accounts and email to photos, social media profiles, and even crypt...
04/09/2026

So much of what we own now exists online — from bank accounts and email to photos, social media profiles, and even cryptocurrency. But if these digital assets aren’t clearly included in your estate plan, your loved ones may not have the legal access they need.

Our team at The Ellis Law Firm encourages you to keep an updated list of your digital assets and login information stored securely, and to designate a digital executor who can help manage them when the time comes.

Many older estate plans don’t address digital property at all. If you're unsure how to incorporate these items into your plan, we’re here to help every step of the way.

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1397 Dominion Plz. Ste 140
Tyler, TX
75703

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

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+19035967600

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