Elissa I. Henry – Founder & Managing Attorney
Primary Offices: Round Rock (HQ) & West Lake Hills
Languages: English & Spanish (Bilingual)
About Elissa I. Henry
Elissa I. Henry is the founder and managing attorney of Homestead Estate Lawyers. She is a leading Texas probate and estate planning attorney with a decade of proven experience handling contested probate matters, complex inheritance disputes, and asset protection throughout Central Texas.
A native of New York City, Elissa brings her sharp work ethic and fast-paced determination to Texas, where she earned her law degree from the prestigious Baylor University School of Law. In her work with clients at Homestead Estate Lawyers, she combines relentless drive with deep empathy to help families navigate some of life’s most difficult transitions with clarity, preparation, and complete confidence.
As a trusted advocate and strategic advisor, Elissa’s practice bridges the gap between proactive planning and aggressive courtroom representation. Whether she is drafting a comprehensive living trust for a family in West Lake Hills or litigating a high-stakes executor conflict in the Williamson County or Travis County courts, Elissa delivers tailored legal solutions built on integrity and efficiency.
“I understand that probate litigation can be emotionally overwhelming and financially significant. My goal is to streamline the legal process, protect your family’s legacy, and provide absolute peace of mind.”
– Elissa I. Henry
Areas of Expertise
Elissa regularly represents executors, trustees, beneficiaries, and heirs inside and outside the courtroom. Her primary focus areas include:
Comprehensive Estate Planning
Crafting customized Wills, Revocable Living Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and specialized Texas asset protection tools like Lady Bird Deeds.
Probate & Estate Litigation
Will contests, allegations of undue influence, lack of capacity claims, and complex estate disputes throughout Texas.
Estate Administration
Guiding families through independent administrations, muniments of title, small estate affidavits, and heirship claims.
Fiduciary Litigation
Resolving executor conflicts, breach of fiduciary duty claims, and trustee removal actions.
Qualifications
Education
- Baylor University School of Law – Juris Doctor (J.D.), 2015
- Honors & Activities: Baylor Law Review, Appellate Advocacy Program, Immigration Clinic Volunteer, Pro Bono and Public Service Program.
- New York University (NYU) – Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Bar Admissions
- State of Texas: Licensed and admitted to practice since 2016
Professional Affiliations
Elissa is a prominent figure in the Central Texas legal and local business communities. Her active memberships include:
Legal Associations
- State Bar of Texas
- Austin Bar Association
- Williamson County Bar Association
- Travis County Women Lawyers Association
- Austin Black Lawyers Association
- Austin Hispanic Bar Association
- Mexican American Bar Association of Texas
- Hispanic National Bar Association
- Texas Trial Lawyers Association
- Austin Young Lawyers Association & Williamson County Young Lawyers Association
Texas Community Groups
- Round Rock Chamber of Commerce: Active Member
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas: Dedicated “Big Sister” volunteer for multiple years
- Mission Waco Volunteer Legal Services: Past Legal Volunteer
Schedule a Free Consultation with Elissa Henry
Whether you need proactive estate planning guidance or are facing a contested probate dispute in Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, or Temple, Elissa Henry and the knowledgeable team at Homestead Estate Lawyers are ready to support you.