Lance P. Bradley, Estate Planning Attorney in Port Arthur, Texas
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, General, and Insurance · 4.9/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
MemberatMcPherson Hughes Bradley Wimberley Steele Chatelain
Port Arthur, TX
Practicing estate planning in Port Arthur since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Lance P. Bradley is a member based in Port Arthur, TX. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, General, and Insurance. Lance has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McPherson Hughes Bradley Wimberley Steele Chatelain. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Port Arthur, TX
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · General · Insurance
- Handles Estate Planning, General, and Insurance matters from Port Arthur, TX.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Lance P. Bradley: Lance P. Bradley is a member based in Port Arthur, TX. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, General, and Insurance. Lance has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McPherson Hughes Bradley Wimberley Steele Chatelain. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Lance takes on
Lance concentrates on estate planning, general, insurance, personal injury, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lance handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Probate
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Estate Planning cases in Port Arthur, Texas
Lance takes estate planning matters in Port Arthur, 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 Lance agrees to represent you.
General cases in Port Arthur, Texas
Lance takes general matters in Port Arthur, 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 Lance agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Port Arthur, Texas
Lance takes insurance matters in Port Arthur, 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 Lance agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Port Arthur, Texas
Lance takes personal injury matters in Port Arthur, 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 Lance agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Port Arthur, Texas
Lance takes probate matters in Port Arthur, 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 Lance agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Lance P. Bradley — estate planning lawyer in Port Arthur
Lance P. Bradley is a member based in Port Arthur, TX. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, General, and Insurance. Lance has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McPherson Hughes Bradley Wimberley Steele Chatelain. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Lance P. Bradley is a lawyer practicing personal injury trial, insurance disputes, wills and 6 other areas of law. Lance received a B.B.A. degree from Lamar University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. Lance practices at McPherson Hughes Bradley Wimberley Steele Chatelain in Port Arthur, TX.
Lance's approach to estate planning cases
Lance P. Bradley is a lawyer practicing personal injury trial, insurance disputes, wills and 6 other areas of law. Lance received a B.B.A. degree from Lamar University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. Lance practices at McPherson Hughes Bradley Wimberley Steele Chatelain in Port Arthur, TX.
The kind of cases Lance takes
Lance reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, general, and insurance matters in Port Arthur and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
South Texas College of Law
J.D. · 1991
Lamar University
B.B.A. · 1988
Jurisdictions
Lance's state bar admissions
Mississippi Texas Ea
2002 · ACTIVE
Texas
1991 · ACTIVE
Lance studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.B.A. in Lamar University.
Law school and academic background
Lance completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law and B.B.A. in Lamar University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lance runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Lance has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Lance's professional memberships and bar associations
Port Arthur, Jefferson County Bar Association State Bar of Texas: Texas Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Directors) The Mississippi Bar Mississippi Trial Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America
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Locations
Lance P. Bradley's office in Port Arthur
Lance's primary office is at 3120 Central Mall Dr., Port Arthur, TX, 77642-8039. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
McPherson Hughes Bradley Wimberley Steele Chatelain
3120 Central Mall Dr.
Port Arthur, TX 77642-8039
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Client reviews of Lance P. Bradley — 4.9/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Lance. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate planning attorneys in Port Arthur.
4.9
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How to hire Lance P. Bradley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lance usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lance charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lance'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; Lance will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Port Arthur, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 Lance
Lance discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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. Lance confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lance's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lance P. Bradley
How much does it cost to hire Lance for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lance walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lance offer a free consultation?
Lance charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lance's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Lance's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in Texas typically take?
Simple estate planning 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. Lance gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lance take my case if I'm outside Port Arthur?
Lance 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 — Lance 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 Lance?
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. Lance will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lance accepting new estate planning clients right now?
Lance'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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