Atty. Barbara Jane Lipscomb
Barbara has extensive experience representing clients in wills, trusts, estate planning for estates of all sizes, probate, guardianship, and trust law. She began her legal career as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Texas, where she represented state agencies in federal and state court litigation, appeals, and administrative proceedings.
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Barbara Jane Lipscomb is a Partner based in Austin, Texas, practforg at Barnes Lipscomb & Stewart PLLC. They haand 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Texas (1980). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1980) and University of Texas (B.A. Government, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Barbara has extensive experience representing clients in wills, trusts, estate planning for estates of all sizes, probate, guardianship, and trust law
- She began her legal career as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Texas, where she represented state agencies in federal and state court litigation, appeals, and administrative proceedings
- Since entering private practice in 1983, Barbara has provided counsel on a wide range of matters, including tax planning, trusts, and issues affecting blended families, unmarried couples, special needs families, and LGBTQ families
- She handles both routine and contested matters in Travis, Hays, Williamson, and surrounding counties
- Her litigation experience includes will contests, will construction, disputes involving executors and trustees, and contested guardianships
- Barbara is committed to giving back to the community and regularly volunteers with organizations such as Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas, Family Eldercare, and the Women's Advocacy Project
- She also serves on the President’s Council of Family Eldercare, Inc., a non-profit that provides essential services for elders, adults with disabilities, and their caregivers
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practforg law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Austin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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