If your parents passed away without a will, you might be wondering what happens next. In Texas, when someone dies without a will, state laws decide how their property is divided. This process is called intestate succession, and it can take time and cause stress for families. Here’s what you…
If you’ve been named the executor in a will, you might be feeling a mix of honor and anxiety. This role carries significant responsibilities, especially under Texas law. While some tasks may seem straightforward, the complexities of probate often necessitate professional legal guidance. Here’s a detailed look at your duties…
People often express a strong desire for avoiding probate when discussing their own death of the death of a loved one. My first response to them as a Texas attorney is usually something along the lines of “I understand where you’re coming from, but A) Texas probate generally is not…
When it comes to planning for the future, creating a Will or a living trust is a crucial step in ensuring your wishes are carried out after you’re gone. But simply creating an estate plan (whether a Will or a trust) isn’t enough. Life is constantly changing, and as such,…
In Texas, when a person dies and leaves a will, that will must be submitted to the court. However, all wills do not have to be probated. For a will to be admitted to probate, the court must determine a necessity for administration. Only estates with no contests, no real…
In Texas, if you die without a will, your property, including your real property and personal property, will be distributed according to Texas law. This may or may not be the way you want your property divided. It is possible that your siblings, parents, or grandchildren will not inherit anything….
Everyone should draft a will, but once you have written your will, remember it is not carved in stone. When you are faced with life-changing events, you should review it to be sure it still reflects your wishes. Even if it seems that nothing has changed, you should still periodically…
One important part of your divorce settlement agreement should be making changes to your will. There are unfortunate consequences if you fail to do this. Drafting a New Will After the Divorce If you have named your spouse in your will as the beneficiary of most of your assets when…
In order to sell a house, you must have clear title to that home. If the legal owner of the property died and left you that house in their will, but you never probated the will, the answer to whether you can now sell the home depends on many factors….
A properly executed will allows a person to have their assets distributed according to their wishes after they die. The person who prepares a will is referred to as the testator. The Texas Estates Code sets out the requirements that must be met by the testator for the document to be valid….
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