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If you’re dealing with the passing of a loved one in Texas, this category is dedicated to helping you understand the probate administration process. Our team of experienced attorneys is here to guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have. We provide valuable information on probate timelines, inventory and appraisal, creditor claims, distribution of assets, and more.

Our Houston Probate Attorneys provide a full range of probate services to our clients. Affordable rates, fixed fees, and payment plans are available. We provide step-by-step instructions, guidance, checklists, and more for completing the probate process. We have years of combined experience we can use to support and guide you with probate and estate matters. Call us today for a FREE attorney consultation.

11Probate Disputes Between Siblings and Resolving Them
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Jun

Probate Disputes Between Siblings and Resolving Them

The death of a loved one is an emotional time for their family. Their affairs and assets need to be settled via the probate process. This involves the distribution of assets and inheritance to the decedent’s beneficiaries, paying their debts to creditors, and probating a will if they left one behind. As such, the emotional...
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11Modifying a Will After Death
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Jun

Modifying a Will After Death

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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Jun

Arrangements to Make After a Loved One Passes Away

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

Muniment of Title: An Expedited Texas Probate Process

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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02
Jun

Community vs. Separate Property in Texas Probate

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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Jun

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

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 Is a Family Allowance?

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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02
Jun

Texas Probate Process When There is No Will

Introduction: Intestate Succession Law One of the first questions many people ask when they learn about probate is whether a will is required in order for the process to begin. The answer is no – in Texas, the probate process can begin without a will. While a will is not required, there are certain advantages...
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Jun

How to File a Small Estate Affidavit in Texas

The process of probate can be a long and complicated one, especially if the estate in question is large. But what if the estate is small? In Texas, there is a process known as a small estate affidavit that can be used in these cases. In this blog post, we will walk you through everything...
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11overview of texas probate law
02
Jun

An Overview of Texas Probate Law

Introduction to Probate Law When a person dies, their assets must go through probate before they can be distributed to the beneficiaries. Probate is the legal process of distributing a person’s assets after they die. If the deceased person had a will, the probate court will follow the instructions in the will. If the deceased...
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