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Tammy L. Wincott

Tammy L. Wincott

Probate Attorney Wincott Law Firm PC San Antonio, Texas
  • Probate, Estate Planning, Elder Law ...
  • Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Comal, Guadalupe, Kendall, Wilson Counties, Texas
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Biography

Originally from the Thousand Islands region of New York. I relocated to Texas via the U.S. Air Force in 1988. I spent the first 15 years in Austin, prior to attending law school at St. Mary's school of law. Once licensed, I relocated to San Antonio.

Practice Areas
Probate
Probate Administration
Estate Planning
Health Care Directives, Wills
Elder Law
Real Estate Law
Residential Real Estate
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Bankruptcy
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Free 30 minute consultation. Telephone consultation may be available.
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
    Only in Personal Injury cases.
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Payment Plans may be available.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Comal, Guadalupe, Kendall, Wilson Counties
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Texas
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Bankruptcy Court Texas Western District
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Federal Circuit
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Texas Probate Courts
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Owner & Prinicpal Attorney
Wincott Law Firm, P.C.
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Owner & Principal Attorney for the WIncott Law Firm, P.C. Practice areas include immigration and probate with extensive experience in familial issues.
Solo Practitioner
Law Office of Tammy L. Wincott
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Solo Attorney law practice assisting in areas such as immigration, wills & estates, bankruptcy, family, animal law, personal injury and other civil.
Education
St. Mary's University
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
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Park University
B.S. (2002) | Business Management
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Honors: Summa Cum Laude
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Awards
Resolution Honoring Tammy L. Wincott
State Bar of Texas
A resolution honoring Attorney Tammy L. WIncott for her community service and in particular her support of veterans. Honored as an inspiration to others.
Recognized as single attorney dedicated to the most cases associated with the program.
San Antonio Bar Association--Community Justice Program
Recognition for Summa Cum Laude Undergraduate Achievement
Park University
Professional Associations
Texas State Bar  # 24056545
Member
- Current
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American Bar Association
Member
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Activities: member in American Bar Association
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San Antonio Bar Association Community Justice Program
Member
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Activities: Volunteer Attorney providing pro bono services in an effort to allow all those deserving access to the legal justice system.
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Immigration: A Realistic Look
Elite Attorney SA
The More Things Change - The More They Stay the Same
Elite Attorney SA
Speaking Engagements
Panel Member: Family Law & Bankruptcy, Texas Bar Advanced Bankruptcy CLE, Houston, Texas
State Bar of Texas
Attorney Ad Litem Procedures, Delinquent Ad Valorem Taxes, Bexar County Courthouse, San Antonio, Texas
Linebarger, Goggan, Blair & Sampson LLP
Certifications
Approved Guardianship Attorney
State Bar of Texas
Websites & Blogs
Website
Website
Website
Wincott Law Firm PC
Legal Answers
868 Questions Answered
Q. Can my deceased daughter's boyfriend keep her ashes and urn and refuse to give them to her father or myself??
A: I am sorry for the loss of your daughter. The answer depends on if she executed a disposition of remains document or any other transfer on death document related to her bank accounts and vehicle.

You don't mention the age of her other children and whether you have custody. Texas does allow for Grandparent access; however, you will have to file suit in family court to pursue it. In order to obtain the property that would belong to her heirs, the heirs need to file an application in the appropriate probate court or someone that represents their estate if they are minors.

I wish you and her children the best.
Q. I want to leave everything to my wife. But it is a large estate.....$30 million or so. Is it all tax free to her?
A: I suggest you sit with an estate planning attorney as you may want to consider setting up a trust as well as other options. Texas does not have an inheritance tax; however the IRS does and that's where it can become complicated very quickly. Whether you are speaking of a few hundred thousand dollars or millions of dollars, I suggest sitting one on one with an experienced attorney to help you accomplish your wishes; please do not rely on the internet for your estate plan.
Q. All of the heirs to my Father's estate are listed on the Will, but not as an executor, what does this mean?
A: There is only one executor or co-executors and the heirs listed are most likely beneficiaries under the will. You will need to look carefully to see what section they are listed under.
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Contact & Map
Attorney
900 NE Loop 410
Suite D-410
San Antonio, TX 78209
Telephone: (210) 474-6221