Estate planning attorney in Abilene, TX
Blaise Regan is the founding attorney of Regan Law Firm, PLLC. He earned his J.D. from St. Mary’s University School of Law and his B.A. from Texas Tech University. Beyond the firm, Blaise serves as an Attorney and Guardian Ad Litem for Taylor County and sits on the Abilene City Council. He was named a Super Lawyers Rising Star for his early-career work.
- J.D., St. Mary’s University School of Law
- B.A., Texas Tech University
- Attorney & Guardian Ad Litem, Taylor County
- Abilene City Councilman
- Super Lawyers Rising Star
- Member, Knights of Columbus
How we help Abilene families
- Wills, trusts & estate planning →The plan most Texas families actually need, plus when a trust earns its cost.
- Probate →Taylor County probate from filing through closing — and choosing the simplest path the estate qualifies for.
- Guardianship →Adult and minor guardianship in Abilene — and the less-restrictive alternatives Texas requires courts to consider first.
- Business law →Formation, contracts, and counsel that give Abilene businesses a strong legal foundation.
Why Regan Law Firm
Focused, not a generalist
Estate planning, probate, and guardianship — not a little of everything. Depth in this work means the simplest plan that protects you, drafted right the first time.
Local in every sense
Based in downtown Abilene at 104 Pine Street, a few blocks from the Taylor County Courthouse. Blaise practices in the same courts where he serves as a court-appointed Attorney and Guardian Ad Litem.
Personally involved
You work directly with Blaise from first call to final signature. No handoffs to a junior associate you’ve never met.
Plain English
No jargon. Real recommendations. The decision is yours; the explanations are honest.
Cost & process — start here
The questions Abilene families ask us most, answered without legalese:
- How much does a will cost in Texas?
- How much does probate cost in Abilene?
- How long does probate take in Texas?
- Muniment vs. small estate affidavit vs. independent administration
- Do I need a will or a trust in Texas?
Visit the firm
Regan Law Firm, PLLC
104 Pine Street, Suite 601
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 268-4142 · Blaise@ReganEstateLaw.com
Serving Abilene, Taylor County, and the surrounding Big Country: Buffalo Gap, Tye, Tuscola, Merkel, and the rest of West Texas.
Frequently asked questions
- Who is the best estate planning attorney in Abilene, TX?
- Blaise Regan of Regan Law Firm, PLLC focuses his Abilene practice on estate planning, probate, and guardianship. He serves as a Taylor County Attorney and Guardian Ad Litem and on the Abilene City Council — local roots, focused practice, and personal involvement in every matter.
- How much does an estate planning attorney charge in Abilene?
- A simple Texas will typically runs $500–$2,000. A complete will-based estate plan (will, financial POA, medical POA, HIPAA, directive) generally runs $1,000–$2,500. A revocable living trust package runs $1,500–$5,000 because it includes funding work. Regan Law Firm confirms actual fees at consultation.
- What does an estate planning attorney do?
- An estate planning attorney designs and drafts the documents that direct what happens to your assets and your care if you die or become incapacitated — typically a will, durable and medical powers of attorney, HIPAA release, directive to physicians, and (when appropriate) a revocable living trust. Beyond drafting, the attorney helps you choose the simplest plan that meets your goals and your family situation.
- When should I see an estate planning attorney?
- Sooner than most people think. The right time is when you have any of: a home, minor children, a small business, retirement accounts, or a person you would want to make decisions for you. Estate planning is cheapest and easiest when it’s done in advance — not after a diagnosis or a death.
- Do I need a Texas attorney, or can I use an out-of-state plan?
- Use a Texas attorney for a Texas estate. Texas community-property rules, intestate succession, homestead, and probate practice differ enough from other states that out-of-state documents often need to be re-done. Local courts and clerks also matter — Taylor County practice has its own rhythm.
Dollar figures shown are typical Texas market ranges, not a quote. General information about Texas law, not legal advice.