Many Texas residents may worry about the idea of their estates going through probate. However, probate and estate administration do not have to be thought of as scary or something to avoid entirely. True, many individuals may wish to take steps to avoid the process,...
Protecting Your Legacy
Month: January 2017
How can an affidavit for a small estate help if there’s no will?
Losing a loved one can be tough no matter what the circumstances. However, if your loved one passed away in Texas without a will, this can complicate matters more from a legal standpoint. What exactly happens to your loved one's assets and how is the process handled....
Creating a will may help Texas residents with estate planning
Getting a jump on decisions related to how an estate will be handled may prove useful. Luckily, estate planning could help interested Texas residents make those decisions and get their affairs organized. Because there are many options when it comes to creating a plan,...
Financial claims could lead to probate litigation in Texas
After a loved one's death, one typical concern of the surviving family is to ensure that the estate is handled as necessary. In some cases, that responsibility may mean that Texas residents and individuals across the country must go though probate litigation in order...
Probate and estate administration: Planning is important
Many Texas residents may believe that avoiding certain legal proceedings relating to their estates may be best for their families. However, attempting to avoid probate and estate administration processes may result in individuals facing unnecessary complications....
Probate and estate administration concerns may lead to litigation
Many Texas residents may worry about dealing with estate issues after the death of a loved one. Executors, trustees and other related parties may feel particularly concerned if there is a chance for conflicts to arise relating to probate and estate administration....
How a small estate affidavit works
The death of a loved one is a difficult time for any Texas family, and the weeks and months after can bring many complicated issues regarding the estate and outstanding debts of the deceased. When it comes to dealing with estate matters, especially if there is not a...