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Are you wondering what the difference is between an executor of an estate and administrator of an estate in Texas? Knowing who these two people are in a court-approved will, as well as their roles … Read more
As an estate planning lawyer, I want to make sure that my clients are aware of the legal consequences associated with their wills. That is why I am providing this important information on a no … Read more
Understanding the ins and outs of probating a will can be an overwhelming concept for Texans, especially when trying to navigate complex legal procedures. If you’re looking for guidance on how to probate a will … Read more
If you’re like most people, you probably think that only adults can be beneficiaries of life insurance policies. However, this is not always the case! In some instances, minors can actually be named as beneficiaries … Read more
There is a common misconception that adopted children cannot inherit from their biological parents. However, in Texas, an adopted child can indeed inherit from his or her biological parent, provided certain conditions are met.This is … Read more
In Texas, there are specific requirements that must be met for a will to be considered valid. These requirements are necessary to ensure that the wishes of the deceased are carried out according to his … Read more
When a loved one dies, their estate must be sorted and their final wishes carried out. This is the job of the executor, and they have a lot of responsibility to ensure that everything goes … Read more
When someone dies in Texas, their estate must go through a legal process known as probate to be administered. This article will explain how to know when it is necessary to probate an estate. It … Read more
When a person dies in order to settle the ownership of their assets the decedent’s estate most go through a process called probate. Settling the estate involves dividing up the person’s property, paying any debts … Read more
When someone dies, their estate goes through a legal process called probate in order to be distributed to their heirs. This article will explain how to file a probate in Texas. 1. Who can file … Read more
When someone passes away, their estate goes through a legal process known as probate. This process determines how the estate will be divided and distributed among the deceased’s heirs. Here are five things you need … Read more
Losing a loved one is one of the toughest challenges many people experience. Whether it was a sudden and unexpected death or there was time to prepare, the aftermath can be highly emotional. In some circumstances, … Read more
If you have a family member who recently passed away, you may have been told by a bank that it needs Letters Testamentary or Letters of Administration in order for you to have access to … Read more
As an estate planning and probate attorney in Plano, I get asked a lot when the “will reading” is, or what a “will reading” even is. Here’s the thing, will readings don’t really exist in … Read more
In Texas, a stepparent has no automatic legal rights after the death of their spouse. If you are married to a child’s biological parent and that parent dies, you may not have any say in … Read more