Probate and Estate Planning Lawyer in El Paso, Texas
Protecting your family, your assets, and your legacy.
At the Law Office of Steve Ortega, we provide compassionate, experienced legal guidance in probate, wills, trusts, and estate planning. Whether you’re planning ahead for your loved ones or managing the estate of someone who has passed, our goal is to make the process clear, efficient, and stress-free.
With years of experience serving individuals and families in El Paso, Texas, attorney Steve Ortega helps clients navigate complex probate matters, create comprehensive estate plans, and ensure their wishes are honored.
Steve Ortega’s philosophy of the practice of law holds that real people encounter real problems that need to be resolved efficiently and cost-effectively. Probate law in El Paso doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. We can help you probate a will in Texas with ease. If your loved one didn’t have a will, we could work with you to determine the quickest and most affordable way to declare heirship or divide assets. If you’re dealing with the distribution of a loved one’s assets or would like to establish a will for yourself or require assistance with estate planning in El Paso, Texas, call us today at (915) 304-5050.
Whether you need a will, a trust, estate planning, or assistance with guardianships or powers of attorney, we can help. Let us review your existing wills or help you establish a new will.
Contact us today for a consultation. We speak Spanish and offer phone consultations. Our office complies with all CDC guidelines and also offers virtual meetings.
Our Practice Areas
Your Trusted Partner in Probate and Estate Planning

Estate Planning
Estate planning is about more than documents—it’s about ensuring your wishes are honored, and your loved ones are protected. Our firm helps individuals and families create customized plans that reflect their goals and values. Steve Ortega takes time to understand your goals and family dynamics so your estate plan truly reflects your wishes.
Our estate planning services include:
-Wills
-Trusts
-Living Wills
-Power of Attorney
-Business Succession
-Asset Protection
-Guardianships
-Advanced Directives
-Gifting Strategies
-Transfer on Death Deeds
-Ladybird Deeds
-Probate Avoidance Strategies
Probate Services
Losing a loved one is difficult enough—handling their estate shouldn’t add to the stress. Probate can be a complex and emotional process. We assist executors, administrators, and beneficiaries with efficient, legally compliant probate and estate administration. Our goal is to ease the burden while ensuring the estate is handled properly and in accordance with Texas law.
We assist executors, administrators, and families with:
-Affidavit of Heirship
-Determination Of Heirship
-Family Settlement Agreement
-Medicaid Claims Against Estate
-Muniment of Title
-Probate Administration
-Probate of Will
-Small Estate Affidavits
-Trust Administration
Our firm works to simplify the probate process and minimize delays, ensuring estates are settled efficiently and according to Texas law.
Why Choose Us
We offer case evaluations to provide a comprehensive overview of your case.
We’ll answer your questions and concerns before you decide to continue.
Local El Paso attorney with strong community roots
Clear communication and personal attention
Transparent billing options
Experienced in both simple and complex estates
Highly Reviewed

We Value Our Customers and Strive For Excellence.
We’ve Worked Hard to Earn Their Trust and Deliver The Best Service Possible.
“Steve Ortega is professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate.
He is all about helping his clients and having issues resolved, not just about money. For any Will and Deed problem, my Steve is the person to see.
Highly recommend him.”
S. Jimenez
“I am an attorney from out of town, and I contacted Mr. Ortega for help with a probate matter in El Paso. He called me back almost immediately.
Mr. Ortega was very professional,l and he provided great, very
affordable help with my matter. He is very knowledgeable and straightforward in his ability to advise his clients. I definitely recommend Mr.
Ortega for any probate matters you may need help with. Thanks, Mr.
Ortega!”
Rudy R.
“I scheduled a consultation with Mr Ortega after my Husband’s passing. Without judgement Mr.
Ortega addressed my concerns, explained rights/responsibilities, and answered questions about Probate. Mr.Ortega and Anna’s
knowledge/experience/patience gave me Peace of Mind, that is
PRICELESS!!”

