Laura Starr

Laura Starr

4.8
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 12 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Plano, TX
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts ... +5 more

3108 Midway Rd, Ste 101, Plano, TX

About Laura

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Probate 25%

12 years

25%
Trusts 15%

12 years

15%
Business 5%

12 years

5%
Guardianship 5%

12 years

5%
Real Estate 5%

12 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 11 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2014

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 12 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2013

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Starr Law Firm, P.C.

3108 Midway Rd, Ste 101, Plano, TX, 75093

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Laura Starr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

5 star (4) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
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Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Testimonial Review

My wife and I completed our Wills in 1991. In the 31-year intervening period, we gained three grandsons, one of whom is a special needs person, and we very recently lost our only son. We decided that we needed to create a Living Trust for our family while updating both our Wills. We identified thr...ee law firms specializing in Estate Planning and thoroughly researched each firm. We decided on the Starr Law Firm and interviewed their senior partner, Bert Starr. The law firm had a particular strength in writing Special Needs Trusts which was important us. In the middle of the project, I had a medical emergency and they worked with us without any pressure and even offered to accommodate us in any way possible. The end result was an Estate Plan that was very comprehensive, very thorough, and it met our expectations entirely. My wife and I are very happy with our choice of the Starr Law Firm and would recommend the firm without hesitation.

Posted by Virginia | June 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thorough, professional and friendly!

We moved from another state with a revocable trust which was drawn almost a decade ago. In establishing a financial relationship locally, we were given a few names of attorneys who could update our trust. We choose Starr Law Firm and reached Laura upon calling the office. We had an initial confere...nce call with Laura and Bert, finding both to be thorough, knowledgeable and friendly. We have attorneys in our family (in other states) and we deal with many through our company dealings. Laura and Bert answered our questions with skill. They worked with our schedule since we had to travel back to take care of work related issues, but most of the paperwork could be handled by email. Mike in their office is also very helpful, which is an added plus. Everything was explained in depth, they made sure we were comfortable with the way the trust is structured and we know we can call with any further questions. This is the second time we have worked with trust attorneys, in two states. This process was far more streamlined and our document signing was as expedient as could be. They are also very attune to the concern for public health, so they went out of their way to make sure we knew what their Covid safety practices are. This was something we needed to do before tackling other things involved in moving, but now we are confident knowing our estate planning has been updated, which frees us up for the next steps in our lives. We highly recommend Starr Law Firm's services and look forward to referring them to others.

Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

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Laura was my attorney for estate planning, including an updated will after my husband died. It was a somewhat emotional exercise, but Laura was warm, supportive, knowledgeable, dependable, clear about the process and timeframes, produced quality work, and helped simplify the amount of paperwork. Ov...erall, Laura was a pleasure to work with and an expert attorney.

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attorney, Laura Starr

I recently had the pleasure of working with attorney Laura Starr on my estate planning. The determination of needs process was thorough and efficient. She courteously answered all of my questions and concerns. The documents were prepared in the agreed upon time and executed in her office. Overall th...e experience was very positive. I feel confident that her recommendations and legal expertise has provided me with the best estate plan possible.

Posted by Laszlo | September 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very professional and friendly

We had our estate documents prepared by Laura. Despite being a young attorney, one may think she has no experience. My experience with her is the contrary. She was very approachable and answered all the questions we had and had a lot of suggestions. She came accross very professional yet friendly. H...ighly recommend her!

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"I know Laura to be a conscientious and dedicated attorney to the clients she serves. Laura can help you with all of you Estate Planning and Probate needs."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2021

2021 Best Lawyers Under 40, D Magazine

2021

Top Women Attorneys in Texas, Texas Monthly Magazine

2021

SuperLawyers Texas 2021 Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

2020 Leading Women, Living Magazine Frisco/Plano

2020

SuperLawyers Texas 2020 Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

2019 Leading Women, Living Magazine Frisco/Plano

2019

Leaders in Law, D Magazine

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Managing Shareholder, Starr Law Firm, PC

2013 - 2013

Judicial Extern to The Honorable Michael F. Otto, Circuit Court Of Cook County, Chicago, Illinois

2012 - 2012

Law Clerk, Sherwood Law Group

2008 - 2010

Legal Assistant, Law Offices of Bert Starr

2008 - 2009

Real Estate Consultant, Keller Williams Realty Allen

2008 - 2008

Intern, International Law Institute

Associations

2019 - Present

North Texas Probate Bench Bar

Committee Member

2017 - Present

Ursuline Academy Alumnae Board

Vice President -Homecoming

2017 - Present

Collin County Women Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

2014 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Dallas Bar Association

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Plano Bar Association

2019 - 2020

Leadership Plano

Member Class 37

Education

2013

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Texas Christian University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2019

Trusts: The Ultimate Guide

Asset Protection Trusts: Domestic and Offshore

2019

ABC Circle of Influence Professional Network

Basic Estate Planning Documents Every Adult in Texas Needs

Publications

2019

Other The Texas Statutory Durable Power of Attorney: A Powerful Alternative to Guardianship & Asset in the Fight Against Elder Financial Exploitation

Languages

English

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