The Woodlands, TX estates & probate attorney Steven C. Earl discusses why he became a lawyer and what it takes to be successful in estate planning. He shares that his passion for problem-solving is what led him to pursue a career in law. In the legal profession, he finds that one can spend the day identifying problems and developing solutions, often within a competitive environment involving other lawyers, opposing parties, and judges’ decisions. He likens the choice of profession for problem-solvers to either becoming an astrophysicist or a lawyer.

He emphasizes that successful estate planning requires a well-established and durable plan—one that has been carefully executed and put into effect. A strong plan is designed to withstand life’s uncertainties and protect loved ones from complications that might otherwise arise. He notes that clients who have failed to establish such a plan sometimes wish they could revisit and rectify those mistakes, reflecting the critical importance of proper preparation.