Should someone have the right to dispose of their property when they die as they see fit? Should the law impose a requirement to leave loved ones with equal shares? These competing policies have found their way into Texas probate law. Texas law used to provide for forced heirship, which resulted in equal shares and […]
Losing a loved one is an emotionally challenging experience. The process of settling their estate is complicated. This can put the survivors under quite a bit of stress. The stress often results in people acting and taking actions that they would not normally take. This can include everything from cutting corners, skirting even the most […]
As our loved ones age, it is natural to worry about their physical and mental health. Dementia is common and something that many of us will have to contend with. Caring for a parent with dementia can be an overwhelming experience. It requires patience, empathy, and understanding to navigate the challenges that come with this […]
After retiring from the military, Mrs. Smith was on disability benefits from the Veterans Administration. When she passed away from stage 4 cancer, she didn’t have a will. Mr. Smith wondered what the probate process was when an estate is without a will? Probate is a legal process that occurs after someone dies. It involves […]
The aging population in Texas has been on the rise, resulting in a higher number of deceased borrowers who leave behind complicated situations for their families and mortgage lenders. When the borrower passes away, the mortgage loan becomes due and payable in full, even if the estate cannot cover the remaining balance. This can lead […]
The passing of a loved one can be a difficult time and the responsibilities of being an executor of their estate can add additional stress. In Texas, if you have been named as the executor of a decedent’s estate, it is important to understand the estate tax return requirements to ensure that you are in […]
When a person passes away, their estate must go through probate in order to be distributed to their heirs. Probate is the legal process of settling the estate and can be done with or without a will. If the deceased had a will, then the executor named in the will is responsible for administering the […]
When Sam and Jamie’s mother passed away in Houston, Texas. They found themselves with an estate to administer but no will to guide them. While Sam resides in the same city as the estate, Jamie lives in Germany, making the coordination even more challenging. The siblings sought legal assistance to navigate the probate process. The […]
When a loved one passes away, the process of distributing their assets can be a difficult and emotional time. It is rare for someone to leave detailed and up-to-date lists of what assets they own. In addition to everything else they have to do, the surviving family members often have to scramble to identify what […]
Our legal system has numerous deadlines. The notice of appeal is an example. If the probate court enters a final order, the parties usually only have 30 days to file a notice of appeal. There are exceptions, such as the restricted appeal. If the requirements are met, the restricted appeal can be filed within six […]
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