How Long Do I Have to Probate a Will in Texas?
How Long Do I Have to Probate a Will in Texas? When a loved one dies and leaves property that has not already been transferred and received by a beneficiary, in order to distribute property according to a Will in Texas, a Will must first be admitted to probate. Probate is the process in which […]
Avoiding Probate Court (Series III) – Procedure of Probating a Will as a Muniment of Title
Avoiding Probate Court (Series III) – Procedure of Probating a Will as a Muniment of Title In our Avoiding Probate Court (Series II) – Small-Estate Affidavits blog, we addressed how to avoid formal court proceedings by preparing and filing a Small Estate Affidavit. This Series III blog, the final of its series, will discuss the […]
Avoiding Probate Court (Series II) – Small-Estate Affidavits
Avoiding Probate Court (Series II) – Small-Estate Affidavits Although formal court proceedings are typically required in order to properly transfer property after death, avoiding probate court and formal court proceedings is possible under certain circumstances. In our Avoiding Probate Court (Series I) – Affidavits of Heirship: Considerations and Concerns blog, we addressed how to avoid […]
What Happens in Texas if I Die Without a Will
What Happens in Texas if I Die Without a Will I am married, have children, and am living in Texas. If I die without a Will, all of my property goes to my spouse, right? Unfortunately, the answer is not necessarily. If your children are also your spouse’s children, if you have separate real property, […]