Our Team
John A. Crane
After serving four years representing the State of Texas in litigation as an Assistant Attorney General, John Crane opened his private practice in October 1988. Within a few short months, he had handled his first probate case.
Over the years since, John has represented clients in virtually all types of probate, guardianship and fiduciary matters. John often serves as court-appointed administrator for estates ranging in value from several hundred thousand dollars to several million. He is a Life Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, a member of the President's Council of Family Eldercare, Inc., and past Treasurer of the Austin Bar Association's Estate Planning & Probate Section.
Education
- Baylor University – Bachelor of Business Administration 1981
- Baylor University School of Law – Juris Doctor 1984
Bar Admission
- Texas Bar — November 2, 1984
Mitchell Crane
A born and raised Austin native, Mitchell focuses his practice on probate and fiduciary litigation, and complex estate administration matters. He has served as Chairman of the Austin Bar Association's Estate Planning and Probate Section. Mitchell and his wife Julia can often be found on a golf course or enjoying their dog Lady and cat Hamilton.
Education
- Baylor University – B.A. Political Science 2013
- Baylor University School of Law – Juris Doctor 2015
Bar Admission
- Texas Bar — May 2, 2016
Kristin Baird
Kristin Baird is a native of Houston and has practiced law in Austin since 2006. She has focused on probate and estate administration since 2014, providing dedicated and personalized representation to her clients. Kristin is a member of the Austin Bar Association’s Estate Planning and Probate Section and brings years of experience and careful attention to every matter she handles. Outside of her practice, she is a devoted mother to Olivia and Coral, and the proud human of her sweet dog, Emma.
Education:
University of Houston – B.A. Journalism 1993
South Texas College of Law – Juris Doctor 2006
Bar Admission:
State Bar of Texas — November 3, 2006
Shannon Holub "Of Counsel"
Shannon Holub grew up in Dallas and has practiced law in Austin since 1999. Shannon’s prior experience includes interning at the Travis County Probate Court, working for Family Eldercare, Inc.’s guardianship program, and representing clients in estate planning, guardianship, and probate matters. Shannon focuses on drafting guardianship or probate annual accountings and speaks at continuing education seminars on this topic. Shannon is also a member of the Austin Bar Association’s Estate Planning and Probate Section.
Shannon and her husband have three adult sons and one dog named Mo. When not practicing law, Shannon enjoys yoga, board games, and visiting MLB ballparks.
Education:
• University of Notre Dame – B.A. Economics 1993
• University of Texas School of Law – Juris Doctor 1998
Bar Admission:
• Texas Bar – May 1999