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Keith Morris III

Trusts Attorney at Fort Worth, TX

5.0   26 reviews

also known as Robert Keith Morris III

  • Licensed for 22 years
    State TX
    Acquired 2001
    Status
    Eligible to Practice in Texas No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Keith

Learn Keith’s areas of practice.

5
Practice areas
  1. Entertainment
    20%
    Serves as an Agent and Manager for Athletes, Musicians, Actors and other Entertainers

    16 years, 50 cases

  2. Guardianship
    20%
    Administration and Litigation over an individual's capacity.

    22 years, 300 cases

  3. Litigation
    20%
    Taking a case from start to the ultimate finish, a verdict from the trier of fact.

    22 years, 300 cases

  4. Probate
    20%
    Estate and Fiduciary Litigation and Administration. Assisting individuals in handling estates of their deceased loved ones.

    22 years, 1,000 cases

  5. Trusts
    20%
    Fiduciary Litigation both prosecuting and defending trustees, assist trustees with trust administration, and draft trusts to assist clients in planning for their future.

    22 years, 300 cases

WE ARE FIRM OF TRIAL LAWYERS AND PROBLEM SOLVERS AND WE PROTECT OUR CLIENTS BY PROVIDING A SOLUTION.

We will vigorously and successfully defend our clients’ estates.  We will work for you both in and out of the courtroom.  Our track record of successful results sets our firm apart from other Texas probate lawyers. If you’re experiencing any of these issues, don’t wait to contact our law firm to put our attorneys and their experience to work for you.

 

Awards

Client's Choice 2023,2021,2014,2012,2011
Client's Choice
2023 2021 2014 + 2 ...

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Contact Keith

Keith Morris Attorney at Law
The Blum Firm, P.C.
300 Crescent Court
Suit 1350
Dallas, TX, 75201
The Blum Firm, P.C.
303 Colorado Street
Suite 2250
Austin, TX, 78701
Keith Morris Attorney at Law
2800 Post Oak Boulevard
Suite 4100
Houston, TX, 77056
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Reviews

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Client's Choice 2023
Client's Choice
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Posted by Kelly | August 20, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
The Best
I was referred to Keith Morris after dealing with several different law firms over a three year period. Mr. Morris got the job done within a month what the other law firms could not handle. He is the best he will do what needs to be done and he will get everything handled a true professional and someone that is on your side. I can’t say enough to what a great attorney Keith Morris is.
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Posted by Wayne | June 24, 2023
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Game changer!
Keith was a game-changer for our mediation. My wife was selling her share in a law firm to her partners. There was a very large gap in what the parties thought her share was worth. This led us to mediation. After several hours of patient back-and-forth which produced no fruit, Keith stepped up and in. He respectfully asked us if he could speak directly with the mediator. And directly speak he did. He very clearly, very powerfully, very succinctly communicated that the partners needed to bring a reasonable offer to the table or mediation was over.. The mediator passed Keith's message along. When he returned the first question he brought back was whether we were willing to share our attorney's name. We very happily obliged. That changed the game immediately and radically. By the time the dust settled we received well over three times their initial offer! Keith was available to us all day - literally all day - via Zoom, even though he was in Houston visiting his kids. You couldn't have a better advocate in your corner. Our only regret is this won't allow more than a five-star rating.
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Posted by Jennifer | June 21, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Amazing Attorney!
Keith and all the staff at the Blum Firm were absolutely amazing! In what was a very hard time for our family, they made it a little less painful and encouraged us when we needed it the most. Keith will be up front and honest about your case, only taking you as far as he feels will be beneneficial for YOU. Caroline was an absolute pleasure and was always quick to respond to any questions or concerns we had. We feel very fortunate to have found them and to have had such great representation. I highly recommend them if you want people that will go above and beyond for you!
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Posted by April | June 15, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Dedicated & Compassionate
Beyond thankful for Keith Morris and his great team! Keith successfully represented me during one of the most challenging times in my life. Through his gracious compassion, prompt and open communication, patience and professionalism, he respectfully made an already emotional journey feel manageable, and exceeded expectations in the outcome. Keith’s dedication and extensive knowledge of the law, and its application proved confidence and provided reassurance in our complex situation. I am undeniably grateful for Keith Morris’s effort, tireless commitment and goal focused work ethic that undoubtably lead to the success in our case!
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Response from Keith Morris June 15, 2023
April - I was pleased with the result and really enjoyed working with you. Thank you so much for the kind words!
Posted by Christy | February 13, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Amazing job
Keith took this contested probate case and did his homework. Within a six month period my brother and I walked away with six figure settlement. Keith proved he could find the truth and resolve the probate during depositions even without all the needed paperwork from deceased. I’m truly amazed and grateful for all you have done!
Posted by Lance | February 8, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Contesting A Will
Keith contested a probated will and was able to get outstanding results. Keith was professional, up front and kept to the task to get the wanted results. I would use him again without a doubt.
Response from Keith Morris February 10, 2023
Lance, thank you so much for your kind words. I was glad we were able to resolve your matter quickly and efficiently and obtain a really favorable result.
Posted by Dennis | October 28, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
You want this guy in your corner!
Keith and team were exceptional throughout our process of contesting a will. With their guidance, we reached a speedy and solid settlement. They made the entire process as painless as possible and were fun to work with. He's a heavy hitter and we loved having him at our side.
Response from Keith Morris October 29, 2021
Dennis - Thank you so much for the kind words. It was as pleasure to represent you and Cecily in this matter and so happy we were able to resolve this matter in an expedient and beneficial manner.
Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Highly recommended lawyer!
I am very fortunate to have Keith as my lawyer. He is very smart and has perseverance. He did an amazing job defending my difficult Estate matter. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a strong litigator. He's the best!!
Posted by Kathie | January 19, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
super person
The legal world is so stressful. Littered with awful people who are out for themselves and their bank account. I was in distress and looking for a person who would help me. Keith picked up the phone while he was moving from his home. We all know how much fun moving houses is. He spoke with me, calmed me down, told me he would help and he did. He researched my problem, consulted another expert just for a second opinion, and responded to me with the answers I needed. He is a SUPER PERSON. Thank you, Keith, I truly appreciate you.
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Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Creative and Responsive
Keith is great. He helped my family navigate a unique probate and trust process right at the end of the year. He was responsive and found the right resources for us.
Posted by Susan | January 8, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
One Of The Best!
Keith is very professional and was able to settle my family dispute. Whenever I had a question or concern, all I had to do was call or email Keith. He was able to explain any process or procedure to my understanding. I definately recommend Keith.
Posted by Jennifer | January 8, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Amazing Attorney - Litigation Matter
Keith is one of the finest and technically proficient lawyers I have ever met. He represented me in a defamation case and successfully settled the case in my favor. He is aggressive in court room while remaining respectful and compassionate to other lawyers and his clients. I highly recommend him for your litigation matters.
Posted by Bruce | April 6, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Texas Guardianship Case 2016
Keith Morris is most technically proficient attorney, in Texas Law, that I know. I have testified in hundreds of criminal cases as an Investigator for the State of Texas and as an expert witness. Keith would be the one attorney I hope I never set on the opposite side of the table against. Keith handled our case with both dignity and professionalism that is always needed in a disputed guardianship case. Keith was the one who made it all work in the end. My family was very fortunate to have Keith represent us.
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Posted by Jennifer Lee | December 8, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Exceptional Representation
Mr. Morris and Mrs. Jenkins represented me in a complicated and nasty probate matter. Both were OUTSTANDING! Compassionate, no-nonsense, and fair. I am a paralegal and must say that Mr. Morris and Mrs. Jenkins are in the top .5 of the 1% of excellent lawyers.
Posted by Oda | December 27, 2014
Keith Was Easy to Reach
Keith was easy to reach and had a lot of knowledge about estate planning. He helped me and my family with our wills and helped set up trusts for my kids. Made everything very easy.
Posted by Dina | December 26, 2014
I can not thank Mr. Morris enough for the hard work
I can not thank Mr. Morris enough for the hard work he put in to my very complicated trust litigation. He will go above and beyond to make sure his clients are taken care of while still staying inside of the law.
Posted by Barry | December 25, 2014
Keith Made The Probate Process as Painless as Possible
Keith made the probate process as painless as possible. There were some complicated circumstances that he had to deal with.
Posted by James | December 7, 2014
I Was Happy With The Outcome of My Case
I could not have asked for better representation than Keith. He is very professional, priced fairly for the services he offers and is clearly an expert in estate law. I was happy with the outcome of my case.
Posted by Jeremy | December 5, 2014
Will use again.
Keith Morris helped me with guardianship issues for my mother. She was from out of state and moved here so we had to quickly get things transferred. Keith was very professional helped explain my options. I was dealing with transferring many other things on her behalf and the legal side of things completely overwhelmed me when I tried to learn about it on my own. Keith was a real time saver and stress reducer for me!
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Posted by Michael | April 29, 2014
Knowledgeable and Carries Through with What He Says
I hired JMK for legal services relative to litigation contesting my father's will. Keith proved to have just the level of aggressiveness I was looking for in a lawyer. He is very knowledgeable and carries through with what he says he will do in a timely manner. I would recommend Keith highly.
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Cost

Rates
  • Hourly Rates $ 450-500 per hour
  • Contingency 25%-40%
  • Retainer Always
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • The Blum Firm
  • 2020 - Present
  • Shareholder
  • Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr, PC
  • 2019 - 2020
  • Attorney
  • Ostrom P.C.
  • 2018 - 2019
  • Partner
  • Ostrom Morris, PLLC
  • 2015 - 2018
  • Partner
  • Jones Morris Klevenhagen Scott, L.LP.
  • 2005 - 2014
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Education

  • University Of Houston
  • Doctorate of Jurisprudence
  • 2001
  • Texas A&M University
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • 1997

Legal Cases

  • Cause No. 10-27-233-P; In the Estate of Robert James Holman,In the County Court at Law No. 2, Montgomery County, Texas
  • Verdict for our client, Nanette Holman - Will Contest dismissed

Associations

  • Texas Aggie Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2006 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Super Lawyer Rising Star
  • Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2015
  • Super Lawyer Rising Star
  • Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2014
  • Houston's Top Lawyers
  • Houstonia Magazine
  • 2014
  • Houston's Top Lawyers
  • HTexas Magazine
  • 2014
  • Houston's Top Business People
  • HTexas Magazine
  • 2014
  • Super Lawyer Rising Star
  • Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2013
  • Houston's Top Lawyers
  • Houstonia Magazine
  • 2013
  • Houston's Top Lawyers
  • HTexas Magazine
  • 2013
  • Super Lawyer Rising Star - Estate and Trust Litigation
  • Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2012
  • Super Lawyer Rising Star
  • Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2011
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Publications

  • 26th Annual Wills and Probate Institute
  • Guardian Ad Litem and Contested Matters
  • 2011
  • Estate Administration Procedures: Why Each Step Is Important
  • Foundations of Estate Administration Defined
  • 2009
  • Estate Administration Procedures: Why Each Step Is Important
  • Preparing to Begin the Administration Process
  • 2009
  • Estate Administration Procedures: Why Each Step Is Important
  • Considerations for Collecting the Assets, Preparing the Inventory, and Handling Claims Against the Estate
  • 2009
  • The Probate Process from Start to Finish
  • How to File an Estate in Probate Court
  • 2008
  • The Probate Process from Start to Finish
  • Working with Executors and Administrators
  • 2008
  • Norton Bankruptcy Law Adviser
  • The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act: Layers of Concern for Bankruptcy and Collection Lawyers
  • 2004
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Speaking Engagements

  • Mended Hearts July 2011 Meeting
  • Planning for the Future
  • 2011
  • The People’s Law School - Fall 2009
  • Estate Planning and Probate
  • 2009
  • Estate Administration Procedures: Why Each Step Is Important
  • Foundations of Estate Administration
  • 2009
  • The People’s Law School – April 2009
  • Estate Planning and Probate
  • 2009
  • Houston Association of Debtor’s Attorneys – February 2008
  • Finding FDCPA Claims in Bankruptcy
  • 2008
  • Stonewall Lawyers Association Law Day — June 2007
  • Consumer Credit and Debt – How to safeguard your credit
  • 2007
  • The People’s Law School — April 2007
  • Consumer Credit and Debt – Debt Collection and your Credit Report
  • 2007
  • Asian American Bar Association Meeting
  • Living the Dream: Perspectives on Solo Practice or Starting your own Firm
  • 2007
  • Interfaith Care Partners Annual Meeting
  • Basics of Estate Planning
  • 2006
  • Interfaith Care Partners Annual Meeting
  • Organizing for the Future
  • 2006
  • Maximizing Your Case Recovery in 2006
  • Probate Law for Personal Injury Attorneys
  • 2006
  • The People’s Law School - October 2006
  • Death and Dying: Wills, Living Wills and Powers of Attorney
  • 2006
  • American Legion Meeting - October 2006
  • Basics of Estate Planning
  • 2006
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Attorney endorsements

Received (21)
Given (18)
Endorse Keith
Litigation Attorney | Oct 18
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse Keith. I have worked with him on matters and refer him clients in need of all probate needs, from planning to litigation. I can't say enough about him."
Probate Attorney | Jul 20
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I've had the opportunity to work with Keith for several years now on various probate matters. Keith is responsive and a skilled lawyer that strongly advocates for his client. I would recommend him to anyone!"
Litigation Attorney | Feb 26
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Keith Morris is an excellent probate, guardianship, and litigation attorney."
Probate Attorney | Sep 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Keith is an excellent probate attorney. He has been instrumental in helping with our mass tort clients. Many of these clients have issues regarding their estates and often these clients are not located in Texas. Keith, unlike most Texas probate attorneys I know, has relationships with other probate attorneys in all fifty (50) states. This has proved invaluable for our firm. What's more, Keith is always able to help on a moment's notice. I cannot recommend him enough."
Probate Attorney | Feb 12
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Keith is always a professional and an asset to the probate community. Keith is one of the good guys...he is ethical and trustworthy and is one of the few lawyers whose word and handshake are as good as his bond."
Unknown Attorney | Mar 31
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Mar 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Probate Attorney | Oct 12
Relationship: Friend
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Apr 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Keith continues to be a strong presence in the probate community, one who is gentle with clients, tough on other lawyers, and respectful to both."
Probate Attorney | Apr 09
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Morris is very caring and compassionate and takes excellent care of his clients. His skill level is second to none and I not only refer my clients to him for probate work, but I use him myself. Keith is the best probate lawyer I know and I highly recommend him."
Probate Attorney | Dec 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. There's a good reason that Keith is a rising superlawyer star - he's very good at what he does. Not only Probate and Consumer and Commercial Business Law disputes but lots more too. Keith is one of those rare lawyers who excel beyond their client's needs. He knows the law and how to use it to help people protect themselves and their families. If you are near him and have a legal problem, I recommend you talk to him and if he will take your case, then hire him. He's not just good. He's very, very good."
Probate Attorney | Oct 23
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Keith is not only my law partner but also my husband. He is an aggressive litigator and a skilled problem solver. He zealously represents his clients and fights for what he thinks is right. Keith is fair and approaches all matters with the highest level of integrity."
Probate Attorney | Oct 05
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Keith's probate practice is a great example of the highest committment to excellence in client representation and ethical conduct."
Unknown Attorney | Oct 02
Relationship: Co-worker
"I knew Keith as a student, then as an associate, and now as a founding partner of our firm. Keith combines a powerful intellect with energy and integrity to achieve the best results for his clients. He is an excellent attorney and I am extremely proud to call him my partner and my friend."
Probate Attorney | Sep 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Probate Attorney | Aug 14
Relationship: Co-worker
"I began working with Keith on cases several years before we became law partners. I was so impressed with his knowledge and skill regarding probate/litgation matters, I wanted to be in the same firm with him, so we formed our law firm. He is extremely well qualified to handle probate and guardinship cases of all kinds. In fact, he is frequently appointed by probate judges to handle matters in their courts."
Probate Attorney | Mar 12
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
Car accident Attorney | Dec 11
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
Probate Attorney | Jun 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
Estate planning Attorney | Jan 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Kieth is an expert in the estate planning and complex probate cases. I highly recommend him when you need help navigating the often difficult probate courts."
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Fort Worth Trusts Lawyer Keith Morris III
Keith Morris III
Trusts Attorney
Fort Worth, TX
Licensed for 22 years