Dulaney G. "Dee" Steer, General Attorney in Fort Worth, Texas
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on General and Trusts
Fort Worth, TX
Practicing general in Fort Worth since 1982.
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Dulaney G. "Dee" Steer is an attorney based in Fort Worth, TEXAS. The practice focuses on General and Trusts. Dulaney has over 44 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Fort Worth, TEXAS
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- General · Trusts
- Handles General and Trusts matters from Fort Worth, TEXAS.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law (2026).
About Dulaney G. "Dee" Steer: Dulaney G. "Dee" Steer is an attorney based in Fort Worth, TEXAS. The practice focuses on General and Trusts. Dulaney has over 44 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Dulaney takes on
Dulaney concentrates on general and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dulaney handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Fort Worth, Texas
Dulaney takes general matters in Fort Worth, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dulaney agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Fort Worth, Texas
Dulaney takes trusts matters in Fort Worth, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dulaney agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Dulaney G. "Dee" Steer — general lawyer in Fort Worth
Dulaney G. "Dee" Steer is an attorney based in Fort Worth, TEXAS. The practice focuses on General and Trusts. Dulaney has over 44 years of legal experience.
Dulaney G. "Dee" Steer is a senior partner in the firm's Estate Planning, Probate and Nonprofit Organizations Practice Group. He has prepared numerous estate planning documents, including complex wills, irrevocable trusts, revocable trusts, prenuptial agreements, limited partnership documents, and limited liability company documents. Mr. Steer also works closely with clients in addressing their unique family and business issues.
On behalf of various individual and corporate trustees and executors, grantors, beneficiaries, and heirs, Mr. Steer has handled trust and estate administration matters and trust and will interpretation/modification lawsuits. He has prepared numerous estate tax returns and has represented clients before the IRS in the examination of estate and gift tax returns, both in audits and on appeals. He also has represented clients in Tax Court litigation. He advises clients on the formation, operation, and financing of nonprofit corporations and charitable trusts. He works closely with numerous public charities and private foundations on various corporate governance and tax matters and assists clients in structuring charitable gifts and grants.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Steer has served on the boards of local charities and currently is an officer of the Sid W. Richardson Foundation, the Lee and Ramona Bass Foundation, Performing Arts Fort Worth, Inc., The Philecology Foundation, and Event Facilities Fort Worth, Inc. He has been recognized by the Fort Worth Business Press and Fort Worth Magazine as one of the city’s top attorneys in the estate planning area, as voted on by local attorneys. Mr. Steer also was selected to be included in the 2007-2014 editions of The Best Lawyers in America®, for his work in the trusts and estates area and in the 2007-2014 editions of The Best Lawyers in America®, for his work in the nonprofits and charities area.
How Dulaney handles general matters
Dulaney G. "Dee" Steer is a senior partner in the firm's Estate Planning, Probate and Nonprofit Organizations Practice Group. He has prepared numerous estate planning documents, including complex wills, irrevocable trusts, revocable trusts, prenuptial agreements, limited partnership documents, and limited liability company documents. Mr. Steer also works closely with clients in addressing their…
Who Dulaney represents
Dulaney reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and trusts matters in Fort Worth and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Oklahoma
J.D. · 1982
The University of Texas
— · 1977
University of Oklahoma
— · 1982
Jurisdictions
Dulaney's state bar admissions
Texas
1986 · ACTIVE
Oklahoma
1982 · ACTIVE
Dulaney studied at J.D. in University of Oklahoma, — in The University of Texas, and — in University of Oklahoma.
Law school and academic background
Dulaney completed J.D. in University of Oklahoma, — in The University of Texas, and — in University of Oklahoma. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dulaney runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Dulaney has received 20 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Charitable Gift Planning
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Private Foundations
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax-Exempt Organizations
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit | Charities Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2008-2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit Organizations
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney,
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fort Worth Magazine
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , 2012, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney, 360 West magazine, 2017-2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Attorneys for Nonprofit
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wills, Trusts, Estates, and Probates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Attorney of Excellence, Elite 100, Fort Worth Business Press, 2004
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Attorney of Excellence, Fort Worth Business Press, 2003
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Estate and Probate Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Charitable Gift Planning (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Private Foundations (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax-Exempt Organizations (2026).
Locations
Dulaney G. "Dee" Steer's office in Fort Worth
Dulaney's primary office is at 201 Main Street, Suite 2500, Fort Worth, Texas, 76102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Dulaney G. "Dee" Steer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dulaney usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dulaney charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dulaney's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Dulaney will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Fort Worth, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Dulaney
Dulaney discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Dulaney confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dulaney's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dulaney G. "Dee" Steer
How much does it cost to hire Dulaney for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dulaney walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dulaney offer a free consultation?
Dulaney charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dulaney's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Dulaney's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Texas typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dulaney gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dulaney take my case if I'm outside Fort Worth?
Dulaney is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dulaney will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Dulaney?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dulaney will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dulaney accepting new general clients right now?
Dulaney's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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