Isaac David Shutt

Isaac David Shutt

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Probate Lawyer at Richardson, TX
Practice Areas: Probate, Trusts, Estate Planning ... +4 more

522 Bishop Ave., Richardson, TX

About Isaac

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Probate 30%

16 years

30%
Litigation 10%

16 years

10%
Guardianship 5%

16 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-375 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wyoming for 3 years

State: Wyoming

Acquired: 2022

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 15 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2010

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Shutt Law Firm PLLC

522 Bishop Ave., Richardson, TX, 75081

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Isaac David Shutt's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 16 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Excellent Attorney! Give him a call!

Shutt Law Firm has been a major blessing to my family. Dealing with life’s most difficult issue, death, Mr. Shutt and his team were there every step of the way. One thing I really appreciated was his willingness to explain the process, answer my questions and never made me feel rushed or like I was a...sking a dumb question. I could tell that he really enjoys his job and has a love for the law therefore he made the process significantly less difficult than it would have normally been. Wills: He met with us in person and on the phone several times until our wills were exactly how we wanted them. He advised us the whole way through. His fees were very reasonable and it was worth every penny to know that our children and estate would be taken care of. Probate: He explained everything to me in my new role as executor. He told me that he could be as involved or uninvolved as I needed him to be. I appreciated that because there were some things that I could handle on my own but other things that I needed help with so I was able to contact him as needed and he was always super responsive. He gave advice on a whole host of issues and he was my advocate when I was dealing with various professionals and interested parties. Mediation: He was excellent in mediation. He was strong, sharp and firm however he knew when it was our turn to give a little in order to get the deal done. Estate: He also represented me as a beneficiary and was just as thorough and ethical. Estates can be lengthy processes and he never lost momentum. He was full of energy and drive and I always felt like he had my back. Truly grateful for Mr. Isaac Shutt and his team and I would highly recommend him! Give him a call and you will see what I’m talking about!

Posted by Ken | April 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Probate

In a class of his own! Highly recommend.

Professional, polite, knowledgeable and expeditious. Less than two months ago we were blindsided by the sudden and unexpected loss of a beloved family member. After the initial shock began to wear off, and we learned more about the circumstances of the family member's passing, we accepted th...at we needed a skilled and experienced Probate Attorney to advise and assist us along the way. Our hope was to find a reasonably priced Probate Attorney, a specialist in his field, who would work alongside us and guide us through the painful process while giving us the guidance and freedom to perform functions that did not require an attorney and lower the burden of costs. Isaac Shutt is everything we hoped for and much more. Beyond being the most reasonably priced with an a la carte approach that meet our needs, he made very specific venue recommendations that we had not received from other - higher priced attorneys - saving us significant costs and time. Within five (5) weeks of our first meeting we had received a court date, appeared before a judge and received the court granted authority to proceed as the independent administrator of the estate. Isaac is a no nonsense, quick to respond, master of his craft. A minimum of meetings and phone calls is possible because of his exceptional and efficient use of emails to keep the process on schedule. Without hesitation, I give Isaac my highest recommendation and strongly encourage anybody in the Northern and Central Texas Region to call him before all others - your search will end here.

Posted by D. | March 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Awesome Is Not Enough...

Awesome is not enough praise to give Mr. Shutt! He was the estate attorney for my mother's estate. His system for organizing one's final documents was indispensable while I was my mother's primary caregiver. It was invaluable after my mother's death. Mr. Shutt is very professional and very person...able. I am beyond pleased with his services, his efficiency and demeanor. I would highly recommend Mr. Shutt to anyone needing and estate/ probate attorney.

Posted by John Burr | July 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Power Of Attorney

Professional, Fast, Honest, and Affordable

When my father passed away, I dreaded the thought of hiring an attorney. I feel like finding Mr. Shutt was a blessing to my family. He got my family power of attorney over my father's estate in a matter of months, with nothing more than a simple hand written will. His fees were also very affordable. ...There were no hidden fees at all. He is top notch.

Posted by Floyd | May 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Probate

A remarkably positive experience during a difficult time.

Mr. Shutt is a true anomaly in the legal profession, in the best possible way. He is clearly very professional and knowledgeable regarding matters of probate law, but what sets him apart is his kind demeanor, approachability and the sense he gave me from our first meeting that he truly cares about h...is clients. Mr. Shutt crafted a Will for my mother who unexpectedly passed away a few months later, and then handled the Probate process for me after her passing. He is incredibly responsive to emails, and actually answers the phone personally if you call with a question, of which I had many during the probate process. If your family is in need of any type of Estate planning, do yourself a favor and call Isaac Shutt first. You will not be disappointed with the service he provides.

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Robert von Dohlen

Probate lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Bailey

Wills and living wills lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Friend

"Isaac is a great resource in the community. It is a blessing to have such a knowledgeable attorney available for probate, wills, guardianship, and estate planning matters."

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Brian Andrade

Wills and living wills lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Isaac is a dedicated attorney who works hard for his clients. Not only does Isaac provide excellent legal services, he also provides the support his clients need in their time of need."

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James Frederick

Probate lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. While Attorney Shutt is relatively new to Avvo, his answers demonstrate not only a strong understanding of the laws in question, but also a results-oriented practical approach to the law that is every bit as important. I find that the advice he offers is a valuable resource to the Avvo community and I am happy to endorse his services to anyone needing estate planning and probate advice in the Richardson, Texas area. James Frederick"

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Thomas Howery

Wills and living wills lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Isaac Shutt is a tremendous asset to the legal profession and our community. He is a fantastic lawyer who practices with knowledge, skill and compassion."

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Ugalahi Offoboche

Probate lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Isaac loves helping his clients and speaks passionately about the satisfaction he gets from working with them. I went to law school with Isaac and know of his dedication to achieving his goals. He can be no different when working for clients."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Fellow, College of the State Bar of Texas

2015

Member, College of the State Bar of Texas

2014

Member, College of the State Bar of Texas

2013

Member, College of the State Bar of Texas

2012

Member, College of the State Bar of Texas

2010

Dean's List, Southern Methodist University

2010

Cum Laude, Southern Methodist University

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney / Owner, Shutt Law Firm, PLLC

2010 - 2010

Law Clerk, Stoddard & Welsh

2010 - 2010

Student Attorney, SMU - Small Business Legal Clinic

2009 - 2009

Law Clerk, Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell, LLP

2004 - 2012

Intern, Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell, LLP

Associations

2018 - Present

Collin County Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate Section

Past President and Multi-year Board Member

2014 - Present

Collin County Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate Section

Member

2014 - Present

Collin County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Richardson Community Band

Past President

2014 - Present

Collin County Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate Section

Member

2014 - Present

Collin County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Dallas Bar Association

Speakers Committee Member

2013 - Present

Dallas Bar Association Courthouse Committee

Committee Member

2013 - Present

Leadership Richardson Advisory Board

Board Member

2013 - Present

Richardson Chamber of Commerce - Workforce and Education Committee

Member

2012 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

2011 - Present

Dallas Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Section

Member

2011 - Present

Richardson Chamber of Commerce

Leadership Richardson Alumni Association

2011 - Present

Richardson Chamber of Commerce

Member

2011 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust Section

Member

2011 - Present

Dallas Bar Association, Probate, Trusts and Estate Section

Member

2010 - Present

Dallas Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2016 - 2018

Collin County Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate Section

Board Member

2013 - 2014

Richardson Community Band

President

2012 - 2013

Richardson Community Band

President-Elect

2012 - 2014

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2010

Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Southern Methodist University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Estate Planning Roundtable

Estate Planning for Large Estates

2022

Collin County Bar Association, Estate Planning and Panel Discussion with Collin County Probate Judge

2019

North Texas Probate Bench Bar 2019

Best Practices in Collin County Probate Court

2018

Collin County Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate Section

Joint Estate Planning

2017

Plano Bar Association Regular Meeting

What Non-Probate Lawyers Should Know About Probate Law

2017

Estate Planning/Probate Section Meeting

Ethics Roundtable

2016

Housing Empowerment and Wealth-Building Workshop

Everyone has an Estate - Why we should think about estate planning

2015

Lunch and Learn Presentation

Everyone Has An Estate: 5 Things You Need to Know About Estate Planning

2014

Richardson Chamber of Commerce

Succession Planning: Estate Considerations

2013

Kiwanis Club Meeting

Trends in the Legal Profession

2012

Radio Show - KAAM 770

Wills in Dallas, Texas

2011

Richardson / North Dallas area

Wills, Estate Planning and Probate

Publications

2014

Headnotes (Dallas Bar) The Top Troubles with “DIY” Wills

2012

Small Law Lifestyle (Westlaw) Isaac:The Biker

Languages

English

Spanish

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