Is an Inventory Required in Texas Probate
Does the Texas Probate Process Require an Inventory? If you’re a beneficiary of a will or you’re the executor of an estate, you may be wondering if an inventory is required as part of the Texas probate process. We answer that question in this article. If you have questions about probate or you’d like the […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
What is Probate and Why You May Need It
Do you need to probate your husband’s will even though he left everything to you? It may seem to you that there’s no reason to probate a spouse’s will because it leaves everything to you. But there may be very good reasons to go through probate. Question: My husband passed away three years ago. My […]
What Does the Executor of a Will Do?
What Does the Executor of a Will Do to Carry Out the Provisions of a Will? If you are named as the executor of a will, what will you be called to do when the testator (the person who wrote the will) passes? An executor is the male and also the gender-neutral word for the […]
