Lampasas County Legal Help for Disability, Estate Planning and Probate
After serving as a JAG Legal Assistance Officer, Ted Smith opened his law office in Killeen, Texas, and has been practicing as a lawyer in the Killeen and Bell County area since 1976.
If you have a disability that prevents you from working, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. These benefits can help you support your family when you are unable to work.
It is never too early to speak with an attorney about estate planning. While many people do not want to think about what will happen to their estates and assets after they pass on, it is a necessary part of life.
Ted Smith was an active duty JAG legal assistance officer with III Corps at Fort Hood, Texas before he opened his private practice in Killeen in 1976. Since then he has represented thousands of Central Texans by providing solutions to their legal needs.
Lampasas County pathways
The first call should turn a confusing legal issue into a clearer next step.
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Social Security Disability
Send the claim stage, denial letter, and SSA correspondence so the file can start before your first call ends.
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Estate planning
Have your current will, property details, and beneficiary names ready. Most of this can be handled by phone and mail without a trip to Killeen.
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Probate
Gather the will, death certificate, property notes, and names of heirs. The firm files and appears in Lampasas County court on the family's behalf.
Serving Lampasas County from Killeen
Lampasas is the Lampasas County seat, about 40 minutes from the office. Records and documents can be sent ahead so most of the file is ready before any in-person meeting.
County
Included in the Central Texas service-area footprint.
Office location
3201 E. Stan Schlueter Loop, Suite B, Killeen, TX 76542
Core practices
SSD, estate planning, and probate help for Lampasas County residents.
“Ted Smith is the best in the area! I can't say enough good things. The whole office cares about their clients and make sure your case is taken care of swiftly and done perfectly.”
“I used Ted Smith Law group to probate my wife's estate. Ted Smith and Barbie King were absolutely terrific in supporting my Probate case. They far exceeded my support expectations.”
“The Ted Smith Law group helped me with my SSDI case. It was a lengthy process and they were there all the way through. They kept me up to date on what was needed to be done and documents that needed to be completed.”
“The Ted Smith Law Firm is #1 in both customer service and professional service. They help me with all my Will and Deed issues when my husband passed in a very timely manner. I want to thank everyone from the firm for their care and support in this very difficult time.”
About 40 minutes. Most Lampasas County clients start with a phone call and send records ahead of any office visit.
Where does a Lampasas County probate case get filed?
Generally in the Lampasas County court, since that's where the estate is based. Ted Smith Law Group handles the filing and appears at hearings there directly.
Do I need to drive to Killeen for a first conversation?
Usually not. Most Lampasas County matters start over the phone, and consultations for personal injury and SSD/SSDI are free.
What should I have ready before calling?
Whatever you already have is enough to start: a decision letter, a will, property notes, or medical records. The team will tell you what else is needed once they know the situation.
Does Lampasas County have its own Social Security office?
SSD and SSI claims go through the federal SSA process regardless of county, and hearings are scheduled through the regional hearing office assigned to your case. You can confirm your assigned office and claim status directly at ssa.gov.
Can Fort Hood-connected families in Lampasas County get help with military estate planning?
Yes.
Talk with Ted Smith Law Group about a Lampasas County legal question
Contact the office to discuss your legal matter and the next step.
