For beneficiaries, they are entitled to bequests as part of a deceased person’s estate, but not all executors do what they are supposed to do. In Texas, beneficiaries hold the right to pursue legal action against an estate’s executor if they perceive a violation of...
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Can someone with dementia create a valid estate plan?
By the time a will reaches probate court, the deceased’s loved one may have already been surprised. This is especially true when those who were expected to inherit assets end up receiving less than they thought they would, or they’re entirely cut out the inheritance...
How long is the probate process with a valid will in Texas?
When a loved one passes away, surviving family members may have the responsibility of handling the estate of the deceased. If the person who passed away created a will before they passed, the will must be submitted to the court for validation. Generally, under Texas...
Is it possible to modify custody agreements in Texas?
Both during and after a divorce, your children are the most important part of your divorce, and the child custody agreement brought some closure to that worry. However, child custody agreements in Texas are not static arrangements. Instead, child custody agreements...
Choosing an executor for your estate
Choosing an executor is an important part of the estate planning process. It is not a decision you should make quickly or hastily. An executor is the person in charge of administering your estate after you pass away. They have many responsibilities including...
Should you fight for the family home in your divorce?
Going through divorce is tough enough when considering the emotional ramifications involved. Yet, once you throw in the financial aspects of marriage dissolution, you might find yourself uncertain of what approach you need to take. This can be especially true when...
What are the application requirements to probate a will?
In Texas, after a person dies, probate is a key part of the process to ensure their will is adhered to. The executor will file an application so the will can be probated. While this might seem like a basic process, there is nuance to it and the executor need to be...
Divorce and Texas property division laws
It can be difficult to let go. In a divorce, it can be challenging for spouses to let go of certain assets and property. Divorce is an emotional and challenging time, and disputes regarding property division can make it harder to navigate and move forward. For many,...
Tips for choosing a guardian for your minor children
Naming a guardian for your minor children is an important aspect of responsible parenting. Without a named guardian, the courts will decide who will raise your children, causing uncertainty and potential conflict among family members. Consider values and beliefs Do...
Can a will created by an Alzheimer’s sufferer be valid?
When a loved one passes away, you’ll turn to their estate planning documents to determine how their estate should be distributed. In many cases, that’s a straightforward matter. But if your loved one suffered from a mental health condition like Alzheimer’s, then...