Rick J. Villarreal

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Rick J. Villarreal

also known as Ricardo Villarreal, Ricky Villarreal

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Probate Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Wills & Living Wills, Trusts

10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100, Houston, TX

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About Rick

Biography

29 years of estate planning & probate services in Texas. Call for a free consultation.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Probate 40%

This area of the law practice is devoted to helping clients settle the estate of loved ones. Consultation with the clients is provided throughout the case. Probate services are offered in Harris, Montgomery and Fort Bend counties.

28 years

40%
Estate Planning 20%

This area of practice is devoted to estate planning for all residents of Texas. Consultation with client is available to make sure all needs are addressed. Services include Trusts, Wills, Durable Power of Attorneys, Medical Power of Attorneys and Health Care Directives

30 years

20%
Trusts 20%

I've been practicing law since 1996, and I use my expertise and experience to provide my clients estate planning in the area of trusts.

30 years

20%
Wills and Living Wills 20%

I've been practicing law since 1996, and I use my expertise and experience to provide my clients estate planning in the area of will and livings wills.

30 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2025 2020
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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 30 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1996

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Firm of Rick Villarreal

10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100, Houston, TX, 77042

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Law Firm of Rick Villarreal

2600 South Shore Blvd, Suite 300, League City, TX, 77042

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Rick J. Villarreal's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

119 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 13 reviews | Estate Planning

Posted by anonymous | July 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Rick is very thorough and educated. He is the number one choice.

I searched online for information on wills and discovered Texas Law. After submitting the necessary details, Rick promptly called me within an hour. He provided an informal yet detailed explanation of the best approach for my husband and me concerning our children, walking us through the process from... start to finish. We will definitely keep his contact information on hand for any future requirements.

Posted by Angie | June 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney

I recommend

Mr Villarreal is efficient, personable, helpful and reasonable attorney to help with this process. He spends time in educating so the wishes can properly reflect the documents. I am super happy that his operation has virtual capacity which makes this process highly efficient and painless. Prices ar...e very reasonable as well. I highly recommend anyone including my family to consult and hire Mr Villarreal for his services.

Posted by Judy CASTILLO | October 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney

EXCELLENENCE at its Best!!

Riccardo has been such a huge Blessing in our lives. At a time when the outcome may not be foreseen, I was able to reach out again to him to make changes on our Wills and Transfer of Death Deed. He was very understanding and spoke with great concern and compassion for our situation. Life is not pro...mised but I promise Ricky was there to make the process as easy and comforting as possible for us. I trust he will always be there for us . He is prompt to reply to any and all of my questions and explained everything in great detail. I highly recommend Ricardo for his great service to our needs. Thank You Ricky.

Posted by Gabriella | November 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Estate Planning

Ricky made our estate planning process easy. He answered all our questions, gave us helpful advice and delivered the documents to us quickly. He even answers his phone. Thanks Ricky!

Posted by stuart | November 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Excellent attorney-client Stuart Lazarus

When I was looking for an attorney to create a number of documents to protect my family in case I'm incapacitated or died, I spoke to numerous law firms. Basically they named a number of legal documents that I would need (usually did not explain their importance). When I asked about the professional... costs, I was amazed at the very high cost of just filling in names, addresses and other facts needed for a simple will, power of attorney, etc. when using readily standard, readily available forms. With that said, complicated financial requirements such as trusts, estates, etc., the costs are much higher due to the time involved meeting with the attorney. I looked on-line and was impressed by R. Ricky Villarreal, a licensed attorney in Texas. His professional website goes over some of the basic forms that a family should have in case of serious medically situations and/or death. The explanation of each document is clear and concise. On top of that he discusses the need for these documents without the technical legalese but in terms the general population can understand. The costs for each document is clearly listed and you just need to answer a number of questions to help his firm fill out the documents. Submit the answers and how to pay for documentation and the next day you will receive the forms as attachments to an email. I wanted to speak to him concerning some legal questions I had and the same day I submitted the answers he called me late in the same day. He took his time, made me feel comfortable as to what we were doing and explained how the law works concerning these document. At this time, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM as an attorney to help you when it comes to his area of expertise!!

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Rick J. Villarreal's Lawyer Endorsements

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Merita Rice

Probate lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ricky is quite knowledgeable in the area of probate. He provided pleadings and info I requested during the course of the matter promptly. He was professional, responsive and punctual. I would love to work with or against Ricky in another case again in the future."

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Matthew Chappell

Probate lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ricky is one of the few probate attorneys who does what he says when he says he's going to do it. It was a pleasure to work as his opposing in his recent Heirship Hearing. Ad Litems love reliable applicant's attorneys! And they are rare, indeed. - M. Chappell - Attorney At Law"

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Kenneth Sumner

Probate lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ricky was very easy to approach and applied good old fashioned common sense to the matter which was beneficial to both of our clients. I look forward to working with (or against) Ricky again."

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Kimberly Moss

Probate lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Villarreal is professional, courteous, prepared, and prompt. These are all great qualities in an attorney. I'd recommend him to friends or family members without any reservations."

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Gary Hanson

Probate lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Villarreal is a pleasure to work with. He is extremely diligent in his representation for his clients, and provides innovative solutions for resolving conflicts among disagreeing parties. I endorse this lawyer."

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J. Perera

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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J. Philip Griffis

Probate lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Villareal is knowledgeable, professional and extremely reliable."

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Scott Boates

Probate lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ricardo Villarreal is a diligent, effective lawyer who thoroughly researches and prepares his work. He represents the best of our profession."

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Joseph Montalbano

Probate lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I know Ricky to be an attorney who is dedidated to the needs of his clients and does a great job in handling matters in prompt and professional manner."

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Kerri Graham

Probate lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Villarreal was a consummate professional. He was timely and attentive. Mr. Villarreal is well spoken and clearly cares about his clients. I endorse Mr. Villarreal."

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Merita Rice

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Speaker's Award - Estate Planning, St. Bernadette Church

2016

Excellent rating, Avvo

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, Law Firm of Rick Villarreal

Associations

1996 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Handwritten Will

The Will was admitted to probate, and my client was allowed to serve as executor.

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Education

1995

University of Houston Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Texas A&M University, College Station

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2011

St. Bernadette Catholic Church

Estate Planning seminar

2010

St. Bernadette Catholic Church

Estate Planning Seminar

2009

St. Bernadette Catholic Church

Estate Planning Seminar

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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