The executor or personal representative has a lot of say in a Texas probate case. Absent limitations in the will, the independent executor has a lot of power. They can do everything from deciding what property is sold and kept, what property is distributed and when, and what the value of the property is that […]
Probate cases are handled by a number of different courts in Texas. This can include statutory probate courts, county courts, and even district courts. Regardless of the type of court, one thing holds constant: the court is busy. Most courts in Texas have high caseloads. This is true of statutory probate courts in the largest […]
Probate cases can be challenging given the different parties involved. In some cases, family members who have lifetime differences and long-running disputes are forced to work together to wind up the decedent’s last affairs. These disputes often end up in probate court. This can result in disputes and overreaching. The recent Estate of Allen, 658 […]
What happens when there is a dispute between parties regarding the validity of a life insurance beneficiary designation? This scenario raises complex legal questions surrounding conflicting claims and the rightful entitlement to life insurance proceeds. The solution lies within the realm of “interpleader” lawsuits. These legal actions offer a remedy when parties notify the life […]
This case study involves a widow who was seeking assistance to access her late husband’s bank accounts. Despite presenting an affidavit of death and a death certificate and being the successor on the account, she was told by the bank that she needed a letter testamentary to access the account. This situation was complicated by […]
When a person passes away, their will typically outlines the distribution of their estate. However, there may be instances where a will is declared invalid due to a variety of reasons such as lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, or improper execution. When this occurs, the distribution of the decedent’s estate becomes a complex process. […]
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Preliminary Probate Matters About Probate Reporting the Death The Decedent’s Body or Remains The Texas Death Certificate Funeral Costs & Last Expenses in Texas The Decedent’s Bills Securing the Decedent’s Property Temporary Probate Administration in Information to Locate After Death The Decedent’s Final Paycheck Accessing the Decedent’s Safe Deposit Box Bank and Mortgage Account Information […]
CNBC recently ran an article entitled This is what happens to unpaid debts when a person passes away. The article cites several financial planners who suggest that debts do not have to be paid. This is a common misconception. So what actually happens to unpaid debts when a Texas resident passes away? About Probate in […]