Charles Kennedy

Charles Kennedy is an experienced estate planning and elder law attorney based in Arlington, Texas. With over three decades of legal practice, he is dedicated to helping families secure their futures through thoughtful planning, compassionate guidance, and effective legal strategies. His practice focuses on estate planning, probate, guardianship, Medicaid eligibility, and elder law, offering clients personalized solutions to protect their assets and loved ones.

Charles earned both his B.B.A. in Accounting and his J.D. from Texas Tech University. Before entering law, he became a Certified Public Accountant in Texas, guiding individuals, small business owners, and farmers through complex financial concerns. His background in accounting gives him a strong foundation for navigating estate and tax issues with precision and insight, ensuring clients benefit from both financial and legal perspectives when planning for the future.

Throughout his legal career, Charles has been known for his calm, practical approach to emotionally challenging situations. He helps clients create effective estate plans, resolve probate issues efficiently, and protect assets during Medicaid planning. His experience also includes handling guardianship cases with compassion, ensuring families can care for loved ones responsibly and within the law.

Charles Kennedy is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, and its Texas Chapter. He has also served as a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. For more than 30 years, Charles has built lasting relationships based on trust, empathy, and professionalism. His mission remains simple yet powerful—to help individuals and families achieve peace of mind by preparing for life’s most important transitions with clarity and confidence.

Law Office Affiliations

• Principal, Charles Kennedy P.C.
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Member, Texas Chapter of National Academy of Elder Care Law Attorneys
• Member, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
• Past Member, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• Texas Tech University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Texas Tech University
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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