When a person dies, their will must be probated in order to distribute their assets according to their wishes. In most cases, the original will is presented to the court for probate. This can be tricky when the original will is lost. But what happens if the lost will includes language that creates a trust?...KEEP READING

The court is required to appoint a temporary administrator if the judge determines that there is an immediate need to appoint a personal representative. The courts do not favor temporary administrations. They are often viewed as an unnecessary expense. The party seeking a temporary administration has to convince the court that the need is immediate....KEEP READING

Just because someone is named in a will or even appointed to be an executor of an estate does not mean that they will act according to the will or the law. People are people, and there are good and bad people. This begs the question as to what one can do if they are...KEEP READING

The probate process in Texas can be a complex and lengthy undertaking, with a myriad of legal requirements to navigate. One such requirement is obtaining a death certificate, a vital document that must be filed with the State of Texas within 10 days following a death. The death certificate is not only crucial for recording...KEEP READING