• Gately & Morris, P.C.
      Attorneys at Law
      Principal office: San Antonio, Texas
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  • Our Services

  • Probate and Estate Administration

    In the difficult time following the passing of a loved one, the probate process can cause additional stress. Our attorneys can help you navigate this process with the experience and understanding that gives you peace of mind.

    Non-Profit Organizations

    We value your commitment to serve the community, and we would love to come along side your organization. Let us make sure all of the legal affairs are in order so you can get back to the people you serve.

  • Estate
    Planning

    A well-crafted estate plan can be one of the greatest gifts you can give your family. Preparing for difficult life events can spare those left behind avoidable challenges and financial costs. Our attorneys make the options and process clear.

  • Business
    Planning

    Whether your business is new, growing, or in transition, being on sound legal ground is vital. We represent a wide variety of small to mid-sized businesses in a variety of planning, operational, and transactional matters.

  • Entity
    Formation

    Starting a new business or organization is an important investment, and it is essential to build upon a solid foundation. Let us get you started with the structure and information to give you confidence for the long run.

  • Learn More About Our Services

    Principal Office

    San Antonio, Texas

    Business Planning

    The attorneys of Gately & Morris, P.C. are experienced in a wide range of business planning and operation matters. Whether your business is new, growing, or in transition, being on sound legal ground is vital. We represent many small and mid-sized businesses and non-profits in many different industries.

    Our services include:
    · Employment Matters
    · Employee Handbooks and Policy Manuals
    · Employment Contracts
    · Noncompete Agreements
    · “Phantom Stock” or “Appreciation Rights” Arrangements
    · Hiring and Termination Issues
    · General Contracts
    · Lease drafting and review
    · Real Property Transfers
    · Sales of Businesses
    · Purchases of Businesses
    · Franchise Agreements
    · Business Succession Planning
    · Stock Redemption Agreements
    · Cross Purchase Agreements

    Entity Formation

    Starting a new business or organization is an important investment, and it is essential to get started with a solid foundation. Let us get you started with the structure and information to give you confidence for the long run. Bring us your questions about business structure, employment law, leases, and more!

    Our attorneys work with many churches and non-profit organizations, and have extensive familiarity with their unique challenges. We can help simplify the formation process for your organization and give you the information you need to move forward. We’ll get you started strong so you can get back to focusing on the people you serve.

    We assist in the formation of various entities, including:
    · Corporations
    · Limited Liability Companies
    · Limited Partnerships
    · Limited Liability Partnerships
    · Professional Associations
    · Professional Corporations
    · Professional Limited Liability Companies
    · Professional Limited Liability Partnerships
    · Nonprofit Corporations
    · Unincorporated Nonprofit Associations
    · Churches

    Probate and Estate Administration

    The death of a loved one can be one of the most difficult times in a person’s life. To make matters worse, probate (the legal process of administering an estate in court) can cause additional stress. In this difficult time, it is important to have experienced legal counsel to assist you with this process. Our attorneys can help you navigate this process with the experience and understanding that gives you peace of mind. Contact our office so we can discuss the options you may have for probate.

    The attorneys of Gately & Morris, P.C. are experienced in the following probate and estate administration matters:

    · Probate of Last Will & Testament (Letters Testamentary)
    · Probate of Estate where there is no will (Estate Administration)
    · Muniment of Title
    · Affidavit of Heirship
    · Small Estate Affidavit
    · Trustee Representation
    · Executor / Administrator Representation
    · Beneficiary Representation
    · Transfer of Real Estate, Vehicles, Bank Accounts and other property

    Estate Planning

    A well-crafted estate plan can be one of the most important gifts you can give your family. Estate planning is simply planning for major life events such as death, disability or incapacity. Unfortunately, most people fail to make a plan or wait until it is too late. Often, this results in additional stress and increased financial costs for your family. While no one enjoys thinking about death, disability or incapacity, our goal is to make this process as straight forward and simple as possible so that you can concentrate on the more important aspects of life.

    An estate plan may include many of the following documents:
    · Last Will & Testament
    · Testamentary Trusts for Minors
    · Supplemental Needs Trusts (Special Needs Trusts)
    · Tax Planned Trusts
    · Revocable Trusts
    · Irrevocable Trusts
    · Durable Power of Attorney
    · Medical Power of Attorney (Living Will)
    · Advanced Directive to Physicians and Family Surrogates
    · Declaration of Guardian for Children
    · Declaration of Guardian for You
    · Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts
    · Grantor Trusts

    Non-Profit Organizations

    Our firm is dedicated to serving those who are investing their valuable time and resources into their communities. We value your commitment to serve and we would love to come along side your organization to help make your vision a reality. Let us make sure all of the legal affairs are in order so you can get back to the people you serve. We provide a variety of services to churches, schools, and community organizations including:

    Formation
    Assumed Names
    Employment Agreements
    Employment Handbooks
    Policy Manuals
    Lease Agreements
    Rabbi Trusts
    Conflict of Interest Policies

  • Company Details

    The attorneys of Gately & Morris, P.C. are experienced in a wide range of business planning and operation matters. We represent many small and mid-sized businesses and non-profits in many different industries.

  • Our People

  • Meet The Team

    The attorneys of Gately & Morris, P.C. (S. Jeffrey Gately & David L. Morris) are experienced in a wide variety of business, estate planning and probate matters.  Contact our office to schedule a consultation.  

    Our support staff (Brianna Pradia & Amy Morris) are happy to assist you with administrative matters such as scheduling a meeting or paying a bill.  

  • Our Attorneys

    • S. Jeffrey Gately
      Partner

      S. Jeffrey Gately

      Partner

      Jeff Gately has practiced law in San Antonio since 1992, focusing on start-ups and small businesses. Although he has lived several places, he considers the San Antonio area home.

      He is married to his high school sweetheart, Kathleen, and they live in the Texas Hill Country where they continue to raise their four boys, some of whom have now grown into adulthood and have left the “nest.”

      The whole family is active in competitive robotics as Jeff assists Kathleen with coaching multiple teams.

    • David L. Morris
      Partner

      David L. Morris

      Partner

      David L. Morris is an estate planning and probate attorney who has practiced law in his hometown of San Antonio since 2007. He works with families and small to mid-sized businesses to help them establish an estate plan that fits their unique needs and goals. He is a member of the Texas and San Antonio Bar Associations as well as the San Antonio Estate Planner’s Council. David is a member of the College of the State Bar of Texas, a recognition given to lawyers who attend at least twice the Continuing Legal Education required by the State Bar of Texas.

      David and his wife, Amy, enjoy road trips and exploring the great state of Texas. At home, David stays busy playing volleyball with his daughter and lightsabers with his son. David and his family are active members at Oak Hills Church, where he volunteers in the adoption, youth and men’s ministries. David and his wife have a heart for adoption and the Chinese community. Both serve on boards of adoption ministries and teach English and bible classes to those in the San Antonio Chinese community. A sports fan, David loves cheering on the Spurs, UTSA Roadrunners, Astros, and Rangers.

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    Company Details

    • Principal Office:
      San Antonio, TX

      Callaghan Tower
      8023 Vantage Drive, Suite 590
      San Antonio, TX 78230

    • Phone & Fax

      P: (210) 699-4800
      F: (210) 248-0809
      email us

    Our hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm, or by appointment

Contact Info
  • Principal Office:
    San Antonio, TX

    Callaghan Tower
    8023 Vantage Drive, Suite 590
    San Antonio, TX 78230

  • Phone & Fax

    P: (210) 699-4800
    F: (210) 248-0809
    email us

The Firm
The attorneys of Gately & Morris, P.C. are experienced in wide range of business planning and operation matters. We represent many small and mid-sized businesses and non-profits in many different industries. 
  • Attorneys Licensed by the Supreme Court of Texas
  • Members of the State Bar of Texas
  • Members of the San Antonio Bar Association
Learn About Our Services
Business Planning

· Employment Matters
· Employee Handbooks and Policy Manuals
· Employment Contracts
· Noncompete Agreements
AND MORE…

Entity Formation

We assist in the formation of various entities, including:
· Corporations
· Limited Liability Companies
· Limited Partnerships
· Limited Liability Partnerships
· Professional Associations
· Professional Corporations
· Professional Limited Liability Companies
· Professional Limited Liability Partnerships
· Nonprofit Corporations
· Unincorporated Nonprofit Associations
· Churches

Probate & Estate Administration

The attorneys of Gately & Morris, P.C. are experienced in the following probate and estate administration matters:

· Probate of Last Will & Testament (Letters Testamentary)
· Probate of Estate where there is no will (Estate Administration)
· Muniment of Title
· Affidavit of Heirship
· Small Estate Affidavit
· Trustee Representation
· Executor / Administrator Representation
· Beneficiary Representation
· Transfer of Real Estate, Vehicles, Bank Accounts and other property

Estate Planning

An estate plan may include many of the following documents:
· Last Will & Testament
· Testamentary Trusts for Minors
· Supplemental Needs Trusts (Special Needs Trusts)
· Tax Planned Trusts
· Revocable Trusts
· Irrevocable Trusts
· Durable Power of Attorney
· Medical Power of Attorney (Living Will)
· Advanced Directive to Physicians and Family Surrogates
· Declaration of Guardian for Children
· Declaration of Guardian for You
· Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts
· Grantor Trusts

Disclaimer

The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established by way of an engagement agreement or our positive written communication to you that we have agreed to serve as your legal counsel.

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