Attorney Profile
Shelia McCoy
Attorney | Mediation
Phone: (903) 648-6638
Fax: (844) 673-1360
Email: shelia@easttexasfamilyprobate.com
Probate & Estate Administration
Serving Marshall, Longview, and all of East Texas
Losing someone you love is hard. Sorting through their affairs, dealing with the courthouse, and handling banks or property can feel overwhelming. My goal is to make this process simple, respectful, and as stress-free as possible for families in East Texas.
I’m Shelia McCoy, and I help people take care of their loved one’s final affairs—whether that means getting a will probated, settling debts, or transferring a home or bank account. You don’t have to know anything about legal terms or paperwork. I’ll explain every step in plain English, keep you informed, and make sure everything is done right the first time.
How I Help Families
One Step at a Time
Most Texas probates can be handled with just one short court hearing. I’ll prepare everything, appear with you in court, and help with all follow-up tasks—so you can focus on your family, not the forms.
Handling the Details
Every family’s situation is different, but I commonly assist with:
- Proving a will so property can be transferred legally.
- Helping when there’s no will by identifying heirs and getting the court’s approval.
- Small estate affidavits when the estate is modest and qualifies for a simpler option.
- Clearing title to homes, land, or vehicles so they can be sold or passed to heirs.
- Dealing with creditors and protecting what’s left for your family.
What Happens After a Loved One Passes Away
- We talk. You tell me what happened and what property needs to be handled.
- I prepare the paperwork. I’ll file the court documents and handle notices.
- We attend a short hearing. Most take only a few minutes, and I’ll be right beside you.
- We transfer property. I’ll help you change deeds, close accounts, and finish the process.
You don’t have to go through this alone. I’ve guided many East Texas families through probate, heirship, and estate administration. My promise is simple: I’ll treat your family with the same care and respect I would want for my own.
Admission Details
- 1998, Texas
Minority Owned
- Yes
Education
- Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law, Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.) 1998
- University of North Texas M.Ed. 1991 North Texas State University B.B.A. 1984
Work Experience
- Attorney | McCoy Law Firm | 1998 – Present
Associations & Memberships
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State Bar of Texas
District Grievance Committee Panel Member
July 2022-Presence
Grievance Committee Chairperson
February 2024 – June 2025 - State Bar College, Member, 2021-Present
- State Bar of Texas, Family Law Section, 1998-Present
- Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, Member, 1998-Present
- Texas Association of Mediators, 2022-Present
Certifications
- Parenting Coordination and Facilitation | Cooperative Parenting Institute, 2022 (24 hours)
- Texas Parenting Coordination and Facilitation Training | Manousso Mediation & ADR, 2021 (18 hours)
- Divorce, Child Custody Mediation Training | Manousso Mediation & ADR, 2021 (30 hours)
- Domestic Violence for Advance Family Training for Mediation | Manousso Mediation & ADR, 2021 (4 hours)
- Basic Mediation Training | A.A. White Dispute Resolution Institute, 2021 (40 hours)
- Arbitration Training | Manousso Mediation & ADR, 2021 (10 hours)
- Basic Mediation Training | ADR Services International, Inc., 2021 (40 hours)
- Guardian ad Litem Certification | State Bar of Texas, 2022 (4.5 hours)
- High Conflict Mediation Training | High Conflict Institute, 2022 (12 hours)
- Parenting Coach | New Ways for Families, High Conflict Institute, 2022 (12 hours)
- CPS Mediation Training | Central Texas Dispute Resolution Center, 2022 (20 hours)
- Guardianship Mediation Training | Texas Guardianship Association, 2023 (24 hours)