D. Chris Harkins

Shareholder
Amarillo
P (806) 379-0328
F (806) 242-0529

Chris Harkins has handled numerous contested probate matters throughout his career. He is certified by the State Bar of Texas as an Attorney Ad Litem and is often called upon by local courts to represent the interests of proposed wards in guardianship proceedings which lends to his credibility and reputation.

Chris Harkins is a probate, estate planning, and litigation attorney. In the difficult situations that may arise in probate and estate matters, Chris Harkins is skilled at treating clients and their loved ones’ wishes with care. He has advocated on all sides of the bar in will contests and guardianship disputes.

Chris Harkins works with his clients to draft and execute wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning vehicles that will withstand future litigation. His practice also involves traditional, uncontested probate and probate alternatives utilized to settle a decedent’s estate.

Chris Harkins also represents clients in the formation and operation of various business entities in Texas, including limited liability companies, limited partnerships, corporations, and general partnerships.

 

Amarillo Country Club, Board of Directors, 2018-2019

Hidden Falls Ranch, Board of Directors, 2011-2013

Project Healing Waters/Amarillo Fly Guys, 2010-2013, President 2011

Opportunity School Board of Trustees, President 2008

Amarillo Area Young Lawyers Association, Director, 2002-2006

United Way Loaned Executive, 2005

Texas Tech University School of Law Review, 2002-2003

Articles Editor, Texas Tech Law Review, 2002-2003

Chris Harkins is married to attorney Joni Paul and has two daughters, Abby and Sophie. Outside of the office, Chris enjoys trout fishing and hunting with friends and family.

Practice Areas

Admissions

State Bar of Texas, 2003

Education

J.D., Texas Tech University School of Law, cum laude, 2002

B.G.S., West Texas State University, 1992

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