Austin, TX estates planning & probate attorney Kyle Robbins shares what makes his firm different from others and how they charge for their services. He believes the biggest difference between his firm and other law firms is their focus on specialization. Estate planning is all they do—planning estates, administering them through probate, and handling estate litigation. He often tells clients, if the word “estate” isn’t in it, they don’t handle it. They consider themselves masters of their craft in this area.

He also notes that their firm is relatively young, with attorneys in their mid-30s and 40s. They leverage the latest technology and planning strategies, staying on top of their game. He feels fortunate to work in a field they love and to serve clients in such meaningful ways.

The firm charges in three different ways. The first is a flat fee, which he believes is the most straightforward and fair, as clients know the price upfront. The second is an hourly rate, typically a few hundred dollars per hour, which is standard for unpredictable cases. The third is a contingency fee, usually for litigation cases with high costs. In that model, the firm takes a percentage of any recovery; if nothing is recovered, the client owes nothing. He sees this as a practical option for clients who want to avoid the financial risk of expensive litigation.