Lin Morrisett
Probate, Wills, and Estate Planning Attorney
Arlington, TX and Surrounding Cities
Attorney Lin Morrisett’s primary practice includes Wills, Trusts, Probate, Estate Planning, Guardianships, and related Real Estate issues. Lin’s professional background is well versed, with over two decades of combined courtroom and legal experience. Lin understands the trying and often fragile matters that coincide with end of life planning and events.
Having served as a Judge in probate court for 13 years, Lin offers his clients extensive knowledge and experience in his practice areas, as well as in courtroom procedures. Additionally, Lin’s professional history includes legal practice as a Solo Practitioner, Corporate Legal Counsel, Briefing Attorney, and Mediator. Lin also spent two years as an Associate Professor at Texas Wesleyan University School of Law.
Lin earned his Juris Doctorate from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law and his Bachelor of Arts in Government from the University of Texas in Austin. Lin is a member of the Tarrant County Bar Association and the Tarrant County Probate Association. With his established relationships and extensive knowledge in his field, Lin stands ready to guide you through all of your Probate, Wills, and Estate needs.
Areas of Practice
Probate | Estate Planning | Guardianship
The Role of a Durable Power of Attorney in Estate Planning
Planning for the future isn’t just about savings accounts or retirement funds. It’s also about making sure the people you trust can step in and help if something happens. That’s where a durable power of attorney comes into play. It’s a legal document that gives someone else permission to make decisions for you if you…
The Importance of Comprehensive Estate Planning for Young Couples
Estate planning might not be the first thing on a young couple’s to-do list, but it’s an important step to take early on. By setting up a comprehensive estate plan, couples can ensure their financial stability and protect their future. It’s not just about planning for potential challenges; it’s about making sure their family’s needs…
Understanding the Role of Estate Trust Attorneys in Managing Your Assets
Managing your assets is a crucial step in securing your financial future, and estate trust attorneys play a vital role in this process. These legal professionals help create and manage trusts, ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes. They provide valuable advice on maximizing your wealth while minimizing potential legal issues. For Texas…
Bar Admissions
Texas, 1994
Education
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law, Fort Worth, Texas
Juris Doctorate, Magna Cum Laude, 1994
University of Texas, Austin, Texas
Bachelor of Arts in Government, Cum Laude, 1985
Professional Associations and Memberships
Tarrant County Bar Association
Tarrant County Probate Association
Speaking Engagements
Common Pitfalls in Presenting a Creditors Claim in Probate
Tarrant County Bar Association and the Creditor’s Bar
April 2017
Probate Section, Dallas Bar Association
Neighboring County Probate Judge’s Panel
March 24, 2015
Probate Practice in Tarrant County
Tarrant County Bar Association Brown Bag Seminar
May 2014 Panel
Competency from a Legal Point of View
Tarrant County Bar Association Court Coordinator’s Seminar
February 28, 2013.
How to Save Your Boss’ Bacon in Probate Court
Fort Worth Paralegals Association,
February 13, 2013
Arlington Bar Association
Co-Presented Current Probate Issues
Fall 2012
What Every Probate Practitioner Should Know About Guardianship
Tarrant County Probate Bar Assoc. Nuts and Bolts Seminar
2011 Panel
Judges Panel
Tarrant County Probate Bar Litigation Seminar
September 17, 2010
Practice in Probate Court Number 2 (with Judge Ferchill)
Arlington Bar Association,
February 17, 2010
What Every Probate Practitioner Should Know About Guardianship
Tarrant County Probate Bar Assoc. Nuts and Bolts Seminar
2009 Panel
Dementia – Competency from a Legal Point of View
Texas Neurological Society 10th Annual Winter Conference,
February 10, 2007
Ethics and the Probate Practitioner
Tarrant County Probate Bar
September 2004 Monthly Luncheon
