Leslie Dillon Thomas

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Leslie Dillon Thomas

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Fort Worth, TX
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts, Probate ... +2 more

2800 South Hulen, Suite 101, Fort Worth, TX

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About Leslie

Biography

Providing peace of mind today for your family's tomorrow. Call now

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 40%

I work with clients in all aspects of estate planning, from young couples just starting out and protecting their new family to older clients who are worried about shielding their assets in the event of a nursing home admission.

33 years | 1,000 cases

40%
Trusts 30%

I prepare all kinds of trusts, from simple revocable living trusts to avoid probate, to medicaid asset protection trusts for nursing home concerns, and special needs trusts.

33 years | 1,000 cases

30%
Probate 15%

15%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

I work with clients who want to protect their family and ensure that their assets go to the right people via a will and also make sure my clients have the necessary legal disability documents, including living wills in case they are on life support.

33 years | 1,000 cases

10%
Power of Attorney 5%

I make sure all of my clients have the necessary powers of attorney so that if they are ever unable to take care of their own affairs they have someone in place to manage things and keep the court system out of their business.

33 years | 1,000 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 32 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1993

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in West Virginia for 12 years

State: West Virginia

Acquired: 2013

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 14 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2011

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Thomas Walters Estate Planning

2800 South Hulen, Suite 101, Fort Worth, TX, 76109

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Thomas-Walters, PLLC

1200 South Main, Suite208, Weatherford, TX, 76086

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Thomas-Walters, PLLC

201 East Pearl, Suite C104, Granbury, TX, 76048

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Thomas-Walters, PLLC

640 N. Carroll, Southlake, TX, 76092

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Online Presence

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Leslie Dillon Thomas's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kathleen | November 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Wills, trusts etc

We needed to get our wills etc in shape. There were a couple of twists and turns but it was all handled with no problems. Lesley and her staff are friendly, professional and efficient. The end product met all our expectations and more. It is very comforting to know we have everything organized a...nd at our fingertips when needed.

Leslie Thomas

Replied last November 04, 2019

Thank you so much for your review! I am so glad that we were able to provide you with the peace of mind that comes with getting your estate plan in place and knowing you have a team to rely on for your estate planning needs as time goes by!

Posted by Elizabeth and Mark | November 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Excellent Service and Estate Plan

We could not be more pleased with the services we received from Leslie Thomas and her staff. We attended an educational event and learned so much about wills and trusts. We were very impressed with Leslie Thomas' knowledge and expertise in the area of estate planning and loved the fact that everythin...g is done for one price with no surprise or hidden charges. The work was done in a timely and efficient manner, all of our questions were answered and we would recommend Leslie Thomas and Thomas-Walters to anyone who needs to get their estate plan done.

Leslie Thomas

Replied last November 02, 2019

Thank you very much for your review. It was great working with you to get your perfect plan in place!

Posted by Mikala | November 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Incredible, Trustworthy

I called in for a consultation with Ms. Thomas, and the receptionist was friendly and scheduled me at a time that worked for me. The minute I walked in and met Ms. Thomas I knew I was in great hands. She is professional and really knows her stuff. I had my complete estate plan in place within 2 we...eks. I highly recommend!

Leslie Thomas

Replied last November 02, 2019

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our firm. We really do have the best staff!

Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Very happy client

Leslie Thomas assisted us with setting up a trust. We were very pleased with the knowledge and guidance she provided to us during this process.

Leslie Thomas

Replied last November 02, 2019

Thank you so much for your kind review! We really appreciate you trusting us with your estate planning needs! Thanks

Posted by Robert | November 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Living Will and Trust

My wife and I are not knowledgeable about Wills and Trusts. Leslie was able to help us through the maze of legal terms and paperwork so we could get a living will and trust completed. Leslie and her associates mailed us a draft to review than met with us to fully explain and sign. I think Leslie and ...her associates were very professional and made us feel comfortable with our Living Will and Trust that we signed.

Leslie Thomas

Replied last November 01, 2019

Thank you so much for your kind review! I am glad that you got the estate plan that you wanted for your family.

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Leslie Dillon Thomas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ashley Judd

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Leslie Thomas has a wide range of knowledge in regards to estate planning, tax planning and trusts. She treats her clients as family, and takes exceptional care to make sure that her client's wishes are carried out. I strongly endorse Leslie Thomas for all estate planning matters."

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Kathlynn Pack

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Leslie is a highly experienced attorney and is exceptionally skilled in estate planning. She genuinely cares about her clients and works with them to accomplish the best solution for their estate planning needs."

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Katie Manchaca

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly recommend Leslie on any estate planning matter. She takes exceptional care of her clients and ensures their needs are met in a timely fashion. She is very knowledgeable in helping clients protect their assets and set up estate plans to ensure all of their needs are met and short and long term goals achieved. I have seen her in action and she leaves clients satisfied."

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Katey Stimek

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Leslie is one of the most well known estate planners in North Texas. She is highly educated on the subject, and does an amazing job for her clients. She is my first recommendation when someone is looking for recommendations for estate planning."

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Justin Crain

Estate planning lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2020

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2019

Top Estate Planning Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Top Estate Planning Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2018

10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2017

Top Estate Planning Attorney, Fort Worth Magazine

2016

Top Estate Planning Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Owner/Shareholder, Thomas-Walters, PLLC

1995 - 1998

Partner, Wallach & Andrews, PLLC

1993 - 1995

Judicial Law Clerk, United State Bankruptcy Court

Associations

2014 - Present

Elder Care Matters

2010 - Present

ElderCounsel

2010 - Present

American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys

2008 - Present

WealthCounsel

1993 - Present

Tarrant County Bar Association

1993 - Present

State Bar of Texas

2009 - 2020

Estate Planning Council

Sample of Legal Cases

Estate Planning

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Education

1993

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Texas A&M University

Speaking Engagements

2019

Estate Planning Presentation How to Avoid Probate

2019

Publications

2016

Amacom Books publication Estate Planning in Texas

1993

South Texas Law Review Assistant Editor

1992

South Texas Law Review Member

Languages

English

Activity

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