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Russell Austin Aldrich
also known as Russell Aldrich, Russ Aldrich
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Biography
Native Texan born and raised. Proud husband and father of three. Army Reserve Foreign Area Officer. Legal advocate and confidant for hundreds of clients in a wide range of contested and uncontested cases involving elder abuse, estate litigation, probate and trust disputes, will contests, and malfeasance by executors, administrators, trustees, and powers of attorney. Trying to right what is wrong and obtain a measure of justice for my clients during difficult times.
Protecting your legacy. I'm here for you when life gets hard.
Assisting executors and trustees in the administration of estates and trusts. Helping clients finalize the affairs of deceased loved ones.
Aggressively advocating for clients in probate, estate, trust, and power of attorney disputes. Will contests, breach of fiduciary suits, and litigation related to negligence, theft, and misappropriation of estate and trust assets by executors, administrators, and trustees.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Litigation
50%
Probate
50%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-400 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2011
Licenses
Licensed in Maine for 8 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 14 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 2 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2023
No misconduct found
Location
Aldrich Law Firm, PLLC
(210) 598-7221
Fax
8700 Crownhill Blvd., Suite 200, San Antonio, TX, 78209
aldrichfirm.comOnline Presence
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Russell Austin Aldrich's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 17 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Trudie Vlach | August 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
SUPERMAN
At the end of our case I sent him a Superman outfit. He saved our lives, financially, emotionally and probably health wise. We had been tied up in an 11 year nasty family Trust and Guardianship situation that we were drowning in. Russell took on our case when no one else was willing and the money ...
Posted by Mary Ann Nowland | June 29, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Highly Recommend, Excellent Estate/Probate Attorney
I consulted with Russell Aldrich on a contested probate matter and was impressed with his knowledge of estate law. His willingness to listen to the scope of the situation, explain the laws in a manner I could understand, and answer all my questions was invaluable. His expertise put my concerns into...
Posted by Michael | June 13, 2014
Very good experience.
Mr. Aldrich served as my attorney when I served as the executor for my mom's estate. He was affordable, knowledgable, and sympathetic. I really appreciate all the he did for me - my mom's death was unexpected and so it hit me and my family really hard. Thank you
Posted by Michael | August 5, 2013
As a satisfied former client, I wanted to refute the review from "Charlene"
I was referred to Mr. Aldrich by the referral service and he assisted me in making a will. As I was looking for his phone number to ask him a question related to another matter, this negative review popped up and I wanted to at least offer a different perspective. He was very kind and flexible with...
Posted by anonymous | May 6, 2013
Professional and Effective
Russel responded quickly to our Avvo inquiry and set an appointment. From our initial meeting, He came across as very knowledgable, reviewed our documents, and explained in detail what the process would be. Russel conducted himself in a very professional manner, yet was sensitive to our family's need...
Russell Austin Aldrich's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this attorney. In my experience, Russell is a smart and capable probate attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Russ is very dedicated to his clients. He is a tenacious litigator and will go the extra mile to help his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He truly cares about his clients and strives to get them the best results possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. A hard worker with good client relations willing to go the extra step."
"I endorse this lawyer. He cares about clients and is always professional."
"I endorse this lawyer for litigation matters. Russ in a capable and enthusiastic advocate."
Erik Reynolds
Criminal defense lawyer
Amber Ramsey
Probate lawyer
Monica Nunez
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Christopher Garza
Real estate lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2019
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Rising Legal Stars, SA Scene Magazine
2011
Distinguished Pro Bono Service Award, The University of Pennsylvania Law School
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Managing Partner, Aldrich Law Firm, PLLC
2008 - Present
Officer, United States Army Reserve
2010 - 2010
Legal Intern, The United States Department of Justice - Antitrust Division
2009 - 2009
Governance Intern, The Center for Social Development
Associations
2025 - Present
Texas Bar FoundationSustaining Life Fellow
2024 - Present
Polly Jackson-Spencer Probate American Inn of CourtAssociate
2021 - Present
Foreign Area Officer AssociationLifetime Member
2015 - Present
Military Officers Association of AmericaLifetime Member
2012 - Present
Sons of the American RevolutionLifetime Member
2011 - Present
Civil Affairs AssociationLife Member
2011 - Present
Real Estate, Probate, and Trust Law Section of the Texas State BarMember
2011 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
2011 - Present
Pro Bono College of the State Bar of TexasMember
2010 - Present
Sons of the Republic of TexasLifetime Member
2011 - 2013
Juvenile Diabetes Research FoundationBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Probate of holographic will
Probate of holographic will
Elder Abuse
Full recovery for client
Will Contest
Prevented probate of fraudulent will
Will Contest
Obtained seven figure settlement agreement on client's behalf after 4 years of litigation.
Assault With Bodily Injury - Jury Trial
Not Guilty Verdict
Internet Defamation
Removal of defamatory blog post.
Internet Defamation
Removal of anonymous defamatory blog post.
Education
2011
University of Pennsylvania Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
St. Mary's University
MA - Masters
2005
University of Texas at Austin
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2024
Quarterly Meeting
The Corporate Transparency Act of 2024
Publications
2012
National Defense Magazine
Beyond Cyberwarfare and the Arms Race for Non-Military Capabilities
2012
San Antonio Lawyer
The Case for a Legal Residency
2011
North Korea Review
An Examination of China's Treatment of North Korean Asylum Seekers
2010
Penn Political Review
Into the Warm Embrace of Comrade Hugo: What Venezuela's Public Relations Gambit Means for the United States
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How does the Texas law read when a Husband passes and three children of one Mother and the Spouse are living?
20 May 2024
Q&A
Is there a time limit for filing an auto claim in TEXAS???
11 Nov 2011