Promoting professionalism & excellence in the practice of probate law IN TEXAS.
Texas College of Probate Law Mission
Mission Statement: To provide leadership that promotes the highest degree of professionalism and excellence in the practice of Texas probate law.
Vision: Be the preeminent organization of probate law attorneys and the best resource for clients, lawyers, judges, educators, and the public.
Values: To recognize and promote excellence in the practice of Texas probate law; practice and uphold ethics, integrity, and professionalism always; serve as the foremost authority and resource on Texas probate law; advance civility and collegiality among our fellows; advocate for the advancement of probate law and promote charitable giving and service.
TXCPL members focus on issues related to death and the transfer of assets, including estate planning, disability and elder law, estate and gift taxes, and valuation and property distribution. Each member has to demonstrate by personal conduct a professional and ethical commitment to his or her clients and to society at large in resolving what are often intensely emotional and complex probate problems. By demonstrating the highest standards of probate practice, TXCPL members have set the standard for the Texas probate bar. They have helped improve the quality of probate law practice throughout Texas for attorneys and litigants alike.
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