Our Basic Estate Planning Package
We’re offering you and your family the peace of mind of having a basic estate planning package. We can provide you and your spouse with the five documents in our basic estate plan, and we can help you avoid the needless worry and expense associated with not having an estate plan. We can provide you […]
What Is an ILIT
What Is an ILIT or Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust? Law and especially estate planning law are full of abbreviations. ILIT is one of those abbreviations that might be important to helping you achieve your estate planning objectives. In this article, we talk about an ILIT in answering this common client question. If you want to learn […]
What’s a Special Needs Trust
Why a Disabled Person Might Benefit from a Special Needs Trust The following question comes up from time to time, especially in families caring for a disabled individual. Families might also anticipate that a family member will become disabled and apply for government benefits like Social Security Disability Income. Is there something that can be done […]
Is a Handwritten Will Valid in Texas
Does a handwritten will sound like a good option for you? It’s difficult to plan for the disposition of your property after your death. Most people don’t want to think about this topic. Fewer still are motivated to make an appointment with an attorney for a will. Some people will decide that they’ll just write […]
What Is a MERP Claim in Texas
What Exactly Is a MERP claim in Texas and Who or What Is Affected? Did a member of your family receive Medicaid long-term services for something like nursing facility care before passing away? Are you the representative of an estate for a decedent who received Medicaid services before death? If so, you may be affected […]
What Are Stepchild Inheritance Rights in Texas?
Do Stepchildren and Step-Grandchildren Inherit Under Texas Law? The default inheritance rules in Texas can be confusing. If you want to make sure that your wishes are followed in the distribution of your property, you should talk with an experienced attorney about estate planning. You’ll also be easing the stress on your family during a time […]
A Children’s Trust and Other Options
Using a Children’s Trust and Other Options for Leaving Money to Children Do you have questions about leaving money to your children or grandchildren? In this article, we answer a question about ways to leave money to children or grandchildren. Question: I would like to put my grandchildren, who are minors, as primary beneficiaries […]
Estate Planning Answers
Estate Planning Answers to Common Questions Are you looking for answers to your estate planning questions? Confused about wills, trusts, powers of attorney, directives to physicians, etc.? Call for an appointment with one of our experienced estate planning attorneys. In this article, we have estate planning answers for two of the most common questions our clients have. Question: What […]
Do I Need a Will in Texas?
Do We Need a Will in Texas? – Frequent Questions Question: My husband and I have several bank accounts and some real estate. Do we each need a will? We have heard that we should avoid the probate courts. We have three sons and we would like to leave our property equally to all three. […]
