After one's death, surviving family members or other appointed parties have the obligation of settling final affairs. Most Texas residents want to ensure that they leave instructions behind that will help throughout the probate process, but certain details may be...
Protecting Your Legacy
Month: June 2019
Chris Cornell’s daughter makes estate administration claim
Even years after a person's death, surviving loved ones could face conflicts over the estate. Some issues could revolve around estate administration and whether the actions taken by representatives suit the estate and final wishes of a loved one. Whatever the...
What happens if a beneficiary or heir died first?
Whether the death of a loved one was sudden or expected, you have to adjust to life without him or her. As part of the process, the estate requires administration. If you are the executor of the estate, you must complete a multitude of tasks. Distributing the assets...
Executors have duty of addressing final taxes during probate
Settling the final affairs of a loved one's Texas estate goes far beyond simply distributing remaining assets to heirs and beneficiaries. The executor of the estate will need to address numerous tasks during probate that he or she may have little experience handling....
Even temperament important when acting as executor during probate
Many Texas residents may feel that they are well-suited for positions of authority. Still, it is important to understand what tasks and duties are associated with a particular position before agreeing to take on its responsibilities. This is especially important for...