Gretchen A. Benolken, P.C.Member

Ms. Gretchen A. Benolken

About Ms. Gretchen A. Benolken

Ms. Gretchen A. Benolken is a lawyer practicing wills, probate, trusts and estates and 7 other areas of law. Gretchen A. received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Gretchen A. practices at Gretchen A. Benolken, P.C. in Frisco, TX.

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Estate Planning
Posted by anonymous
March 29, 2019
Hired Attorney

I was very pleasantly surprised at the detail and scope of preparing my will, HIPPA and advance directive. It was all organized by subject matter in a very nice binder! I didn't realize how involved a good airtight will and advance directive was. She didn't miss a thing! I am very glad I went to her.

Wills and Probate
Posted by anonymous
March 19, 2019
Hired Attorney

Gretchen did an amazing job. Her strategy for the probate of my residence was not the typical route as my spouse had a living trust. She was able to make this process seamless and painless. In addition, I was so happy that she was VERY reasonable in what she charged. I highly recommend her. Gretchen is a top notch professional attorney.

Estate Planning
Posted by anonymous
October 11, 2018
Hired Attorney

Great communication and very happy with Gretchen’s assistance with estate planning.

Estate Planning
Posted by anonymous
October 10, 2018
Hired Attorney

Gretchen was a huge help with our estate planning. First of all, she did a wonderful job of explaining all options. Then she "held our hand" all the way and later followed up to be sure we and our banks had done all that needed to be done. She made it so easy for us.

Wills and Probate
Posted by anonymous
October 02, 2018
Hired Attorney

Gretchen was my lawyer when I had to go to Probate for my dad's will. She explained everything thoroughly before we went into court and guided me thru the process when we went into the probate court. Gretchen was kind, patient , and helpful during a difficult time. Thanks Gretchen! You are great!!

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
October 02, 2018
Hired Attorney

I walked in with what I thought was a simple case. Little did I realize that my situation was not simple at all and required much more that a "normal" legal case. From the first meeting, Gretchen was very polite and easy to talk with. She emails or calls with updates or answers to my questions. She was able to do what very few (if anyone else) could do for my situation. I am extremely fortunate to have Gretchen take care of my legal issues with Probate matters and creating my Trust. A true gem!

 
Wills and Probate
Posted by anonymous
May 14, 2019
Hired Attorney
Wills and Probate
Posted by anonymous
May 10, 2019
Hired Attorney

Extremely easy to talk with and makes herself easily understandable.

Wills and Probate
Posted by anonymous
January 13, 2021
Hired Attorney

Gretchen was very easy to work with. We had a family member's estate that was needing to be handled and managed. She helped guide us on our best direction forward and we felt she was truly on our side. She understands the importance of working with people who are still grieving and is able to manage that side of things. Thanks, again to Ms. Benolken & her staff.

 
Wills and Probate
Posted by anonymous
March 18, 2021
Hired Attorney

Huge mistake using Gretchen. Would not recommend or use again. Disappointing that she was not direct and honest with us about billing and fees, even though we asked her about it multiple times. We made it very clear that we did not want to be held liable for the fees and she assured us multiple times that it would be covered by the estate. Then when she couldn’t handle our case anymore (because it had to go to trial), she had her office call us and tell us we had to start immediately paying them. A She didn’t even have the guts to tell us herself. Almost 10 grand in fees, nothing at all done on our case. She may be ok for a straightforward will, but if there is any chance of it being contested, I would not recommend.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Trusts and Estates 2
    • Estate Planning
    • Guardianship and Conservatorship
  • Elder Law
  • Other 6
    • Wills
    • Probate
    • Business Estate Planning
    • Family Wealth Transfer
    • Wealth Planning
    • Wealth Preservation

Practice Details

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    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed fees available
  • Firm Information
    Position
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    Firm Name
    Gretchen A. Benolken, P.C.

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern and Western Districts of Texas
    1985, Texas
    1986, District of Columbia
    U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
    U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
    Memberships
    Denton (Member, Real Estate, Probate and Trust Section) and American Bar Associations
    State Bar of Texas.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Texas at Austin
    Class of 1985
    J.D.
    with high honors
    Other Education
    University of Texas at Austin
    Class of 1981
    B.A.
    with high honors
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1961
    St. Paul, Minnesota, July 17, 1961
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