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Jun

A Dedicated Probate Court in Montgomery County

June 2, 2024,
As the population of Montgomery County continues to grow, so does the need for efficient and effective courts to manage the increasing number of cases. To address this, State Representative Will Metcalf has filed House Bill 1436, aimed at converting Montgomery County at Law No. 2 into a dedicated probate court. What is a Probate...
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02
Jun

Modifying a Will After Death

June 2, 2024,
A will dictates a decedent’s wishes for their assets and how they wish for them to be distributed to potential beneficiaries. It can be revoked at any time before the person’s death by creating a new will or by destroying the existing will. To destroy a will, the testator must physically destroy the original document...
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02
Jun

Arrangements to Make After a Loved One Passes Away

June 2, 2024,
The death of a loved one can be an extremely difficult time. During this time of grief, you may not want to think about the arrangements that have to be made after a loved one passes away. However, it is important to take care of these matters as soon as possible. There are several matters...
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02
Jun

Completing a Texas Transfer-on-Death Deed

June 2, 2024,
A transfer-on-death (TOD) deed, commonly known as a beneficiary deed, is an important tool in Texas estate planning. It allows you to transfer ownership of certain types of property upon your death to someone else without going through the probate process. The TOD deed has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its simplicity...
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02
Jun

Three Things to Know About Small Estate Affidavits

June 2, 2024,
A Small Estate Affidavit is an alternative to a probate that allows heirs or beneficiaries to bypass the formal probate process. It is a legal document used in Texas to transfer the assets of a decedent to their heirs or beneficiaries. It is designed to simplify the process of transferring property when the estate is...
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11hourglass- Use a muniment of title if you miss the probate deadline
02
Jun

Muniment of Title: An Expedited Texas Probate Process

June 2, 2024,
Unlike full probate, which can take months or even years to complete, muniment of title is a relatively quick and simple process that can be completed in a matter of weeks. The process involves filing a petition with the probate court and providing evidence that all debts and taxes have been paid and that there...
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11communty separate property probate
02
Jun

Community vs. Separate Property in Texas Probate

June 2, 2024, ,
When it comes to property, the old adage “you can’t take it with you” is true, but you can try to dictate who gets it when you die. This is where estate planning comes in, and the distinction between community and separate property in Texas is a critical consideration in probate cases. The interplay between...
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02
Jun

Questions to Ask a Probate Attorney: What You Need to Know

June 2, 2024,
Hiring a probate attorney is an important decision, as this individual will be responsible for guiding you through the legal process of administering a loved one’s estate after they pass away. Probate law can be complex and confusing, so it is essential to find an attorney who is knowledgeable, experienced, and trustworthy. To ensure that...
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02
Jun

What If There Is Contradictory Language in a Will?

June 2, 2024,
When it comes to drafting a will in Texas, the language used is critical to ensure that the testator’s intentions are accurately reflected. Despite the careful consideration that goes into creating a will, it’s not uncommon for contradictions or ambiguities to arise within the document. To better understand this situation let’s look at the case...
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02
Jun

What Is a Family Allowance?

June 2, 2024,
Probate is the legal process of distributing a person’s assets after they die. In Texas, if a person dies without a will, their assets will go through probate court. The court will appoint an executor to oversee the estate and distribute the assets to the heirs according to state law. One of the questions that...
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