Robert S. "Bob" MacIntyre, Jr.

Bob MacIntyre is a seasoned litigation attorney who represents clients in a broad range of trust, estate, and guardianship matters. Based in Houston, Texas, Bob practices with Kean Miller and focuses his work on Litigation – Trusts and Estates. He represents individuals, families, fiduciaries, trust companies, creditors, and nonprofit and charitable organizations in contested estate and trust matters, both in and out of court. His practice centers on resolving complex disputes while providing practical guidance grounded in decades of experience.

Bob regularly defends the rights of fiduciaries and beneficiaries in estate- and trust-related litigation. His work includes disputes involving will and trust contests, ownership issues, creditor claims, estate and gift tax controversies, breach of fiduciary duty allegations, and fee disputes. He also handles matters involving allocation of estate and generation-skipping transfer tax liability, sub-trust funding, asset sales, and claims related to capacity, undue influence, and fraud. Bob approaches these matters with careful analysis and a focus on achieving efficient and workable resolutions.

Throughout his career, Bob has represented clients in courts across Texas, including probate, district, and appellate courts. While he is an experienced trial lawyer, Bob emphasizes early evaluation of risk and cost and often pursues negotiated resolutions when appropriate. He frequently assists fiduciaries and beneficiaries in confidential negotiations designed to reduce expense, preserve relationships, and address the emotional and financial challenges that often accompany estate disputes. Bob also has substantial experience using mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.

Bob is known for his strategic and thoughtful approach to trust and estate litigation, recognizing that court proceedings are only one of several tools available for resolving private wealth disputes. He works closely with clients to assess available options and develop solutions tailored to the specific facts, personalities, and financial considerations involved in each matter. His practice reflects a balance of advocacy, efficiency, and long-term perspective.

Before entering private practice, Bob served as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Texas, where he developed a strong foundation in public service and litigation. Earlier in his career, he handled a wide range of commercial litigation and personal injury matters, gaining valuable experience in motion practice, evidentiary issues, and trial strategy. He also represented clients in contested divorce proceedings, which strengthened his ability to navigate sensitive family dynamics and emotionally charged disputes—skills that continue to inform his trust and estate litigation practice today.