An estate administrator has important duties associated with settling the estate and handling probate. At times, however, an executor may die. While this contingency is rare, it can complicate estate administration and probate. Naming a successor executor may avoid...
Decatur Family Law and Probate Attorney
What not to do when telling your children about your divorce
Divorce can be difficult for everyone involved. For minor children, who have no say and no control, it is a source of extreme upheaval and oftentimes anxiety or depression. Because it can impact children deeply, it is important to handle informing them about the...
What is a small estate affidavit?
Many people think that only those with large estates must worry about estate planning. Because of this, some people with small estates do not have wills. A small estate affidavit is a tool that heirs can use to avoid probate on certain small estates. Which estates...
What does equitable distribution mean in Texas?
If you are going through a divorce in our state, you wonder how your property will be divided between you and your spouse. Texas is one of the few states that recognizes community property laws, which means that most of the property acquired during the marriage...
Becoming financially stable after a divorce
Divorce can take a huge toll on you financially. Many Texas residents avoid divorce because they are afraid of not being able to survive financially as a single person. This is understandable, especially if your spouse was the primary income earner. Worrying about...
