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Russell Austin Aldrich

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  • San Antonio, TX
  • Licensed for 9 years
  • Free consultation
Russell Austin Aldrich
Russell Austin Aldrich
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About Russell

Protecting your legacy.

I am passionate about my clients.  Whatever their objective, I always take it upon myself to make it my own and strive for the best outcome possible.

Practice areas

Estate planningLitigationProbate
  1. Probate: 60%

  2. Litigation: 30%

  3. Estate planning: 10%

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Contact

8700 Crownhill Blvd.
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Aldrich Law Firm, PLLC

8700 Crownhill Blvd.
Suite 200
San Antonio, TX, 78209

Fax (210) 598-7221
Website
http://www.aldrichfirm.com

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Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
MEActive201712/07/2020
TXEligible To Practice In Texas 201112/05/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers30
Legal guides2
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Best LawyerExpertise2020
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2019
Rising Legal StarsSA Scene Magazine2012
Distinguished Pro Bono Service AwardThe University of Pennsylvania Law School2011
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyAldrich Law Firm, PLLC2011 - Present
OfficerUnited States Army Reserve2008 - Present
District AttorneyDistrict Court, Southern District Of Texas2012 - 2020
Legal InternThe United States Department of Justice - Antitrust Division2010 - 2010
Governance InternThe Center for Social Development2009 - 2009
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Sons of the American RevolutionMember2012 - Present
Civil Affairs AssociationLife Member2011 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember2011 - Present
U.S. District Court, District of ColoradoAttorney2011 - Present
Sons of the Republic of TexasLife Member2010 - Present
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member2010 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember2011 - 2012
Juvenile Diabetes Research FoundationBoard Member2011 - 2013
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
San Antonio LawyerThe Case for a Legal Residency2012
National Defense MagazineBeyond Cyberwarfare and the Arms Race for Non-Military Capabilities2012
North Korea ReviewAn Examination of China's Treatment of North Korean Asylum Seekers2011
Penn Political ReviewInto the Warm Embrace of Comrade Hugo: What Venezuela's Public Relations Gambit Means for the United States2010
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Pennsylvania Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor2011
St. Mary's UniversityMA - Masters2008
University of Texas at AustinBA - Bachelor of Arts2005
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Lost WillSuccessfully probated lost will.
ExpungementExpungement order approved by the court.
Assault With Bodily Injury - Jury TrialNot Guilty Verdict
Internet DefamationRemoval of defamatory blog post.
Internet DefamationRemoval of anonymous defamatory blog post.
Traffic Ticket DismissalDismissal of tickets
Small Estate AffidavitSmall estate affidavit approved by court.
General LitigationSettlement
Copyright InfringementSettlement
Probate - Independent AdministrationSuccessful Administration of the Estate

Reviews

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Review Russell Aldrich

Professional and Effective

Posted by

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 needs.

Helped us through a difficult time

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Russell handed our wrongful death case as part of a pending probate matter. He accepted the case when two other attorneys had already passed up the opportunity, resulting in a six-figure settlement with the insurance company. He helped us through a very difficult time. Thank you

Highly Recommend, Excellent Estate/Probate Attorney

Posted by

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 perspective and provided the answers and advice I needed. In addition to his impressive knowledge of probate law, Mr. Aldrich is personable and responsive. His honest and professional manner promoted a sense of trust, giving me the confidence to address a difficult situation. I highly recommend Mr. Aldrich to anyone needing estate planning or legal representation with probate litigation.
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Consulted attorney

Very good experience.

Posted by

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

As a satisfied former client, I wanted to refute the review from "Charlene"

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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 me and I didn't have any trouble. Actions speak louder than words: I am using him again for a different problem. Just my two cents...

Removed a defamatory blog post

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Helped me get down a false blog post on the website thedirty.com. The post accused me of molesting little kids and could have seriously damaged my business.

Personal Injury

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Extremely competent attorney who helped my family settle some complicated and sensitive probate matters after my mother's death. He was compassionate and very capable. We are very satisfied and would recommend him to anyone.

Annulment

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Did an annulment for me and my wife. I live out of state but he kept me really informed as to what was going on. Very competent and trustworthy lawyer.

Nice guy, good service.

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Used him for a personal injury matter against my apartment complex. Got me a good settlement after the insurance company didn't wanna pay. Fast responses to emails

Custom NFA Trust

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Bought a custom NFA trust from him. Was quick and responsive. I'd use him again.
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Attorney endorsements

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Amber Ramsey, Probate Attorney on Feb 1, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this attorney. In my experience, Russell is a smart and capable probate attorney.

Pezhman Pakneshan

I endorse this lawyer.

Monica Nunez, Litigation Attorney on Jul 3, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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.

Christopher Garza, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 2, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. He truly cares about his clients and strives to get them the best results possible.

Erik Reynolds, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 16, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. A hard worker with good client relations willing to go the extra step.

Emilia Golanska, Family Attorney on Nov 14, 2011
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. He cares about clients and is always professional.

Charles Hanor, Litigation Attorney on Nov 14, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer for litigation matters. Russ in a capable and enthusiastic advocate.

Cost

RATES
  • Hourly Rates$75-$250/hour
  • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes
OTHER BILLING TYPES
  • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.33%-40%
PAYMENT METHODS

Cash, Check, Credit Card