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What to Expect in Probating a Will

What to Expect in Probating a Will The probate process in Texas can be categorized into six main steps and with: (1) filing for probate, (2) hearing with the court, (3) notification to the beneficiaries and creditors, (4) inventory of the estate, (5) resolving debts, and (6) final distribution. While this is seemingly a straightforward […]

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 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

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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, […]