As the executor of a will in Texas, it is important to understand and fulfill your legal obligations and responsibilities in accordance with the laws of the state and the terms of the deceased person’s will. The role of the executor is to manage the deceased person’s assets, pay debts and taxes, and distribute the...KEEP READING

Writing a will is an important step in ensuring that your assets and property are distributed according to your wishes after your death. In Texas, there are specific requirements that must be met in order for a will to be considered valid. One option for creating a will is to write it by hand, also...KEEP READING

When a person passes away in Texas, their estate must go through a probate process in order for their assets to be distributed to their beneficiaries. As part of this process, an inventory of the decedent’s assets must be created and filed with the court. This inventory is an important document that lists all of...KEEP READING

Closing an estate in Texas probate procedure can be a complex and time-consuming process, but it is important to ensure that the deceased’s assets are properly distributed to their beneficiaries. The following is a guide to the steps involved in closing an estate in Texas. Opening the Probate Case The first step in closing an...KEEP READING

When a person passes away, their assets and debts must be settled through the probate process. This process can be complicated, especially when it comes to the payment of creditors. In Texas, there are specific rules and procedures that must be followed when dealing with creditor’s claims in probate court. In this article, we will...KEEP READING

When a person becomes unable to make decisions for themselves or manage their own affairs, a guardianship or conservatorship may be established in Texas probate court. Both guardianship and conservatorship are legal processes that allow a court to appoint someone to make decisions and take actions on behalf of another person, known as the ward....KEEP READING

Will contests in Texas probate courts are legal proceedings in which the validity of a last will and testament is challenged. These types of cases can be complex and emotionally charged, as they often involve disputes between family members over the distribution of a loved one’s assets. Validity of a Will in Texas In order...KEEP READING

When a loved one passes away, there are many things to take care of, including filing their final federal income tax return. This may seem like a daunting task, but it is important to understand the process and the deadlines involved. In this article, we will discuss everything you need to know about the final...KEEP READING

Questions of undue influence can be difficult to prove in Texas, particularly when it comes to a deceased’s estate. But did you know that evidence of past misconduct toward the decedent may be able to help establish undue influence? In this blog post, we will discuss the complexities of proving undue influence in Texas and...KEEP READING

As the population of Montgomery County continues to grow, so does the need for efficient and effective courts to manage the increasing number of cases. To address this, State Representative Will Metcalf has filed House Bill 1436, aimed at converting Montgomery County at Law No. 2 into a probate court. What Is a Dedicated Probate...KEEP READING