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The Story of The Lonely Last Will and Testament The Last Will and Testament thought it was just a piece of paper that had words on it that nobody understood...until it realized its purpose. -
INHERITANCE…A Right or a Privilege? When creating an estate plan, there are challenges that are presented due to the variety of family dynamics that exist in today’s world of Trusts and Estates. -
To Trust or Not to Trust – Vacation Homes and Real Estate Outside of Texas In Texas, there are a few specific reasons to have a Trust. We will discuss the importance of having a Trust if you own a vacation home in another state. -
The Duties of a Fiduciary A fiduciary has a tremendous amount of responsibility and important duties. Learn more in-depth about fiduciaries and why they are important. -
Fall is in the Air…And It's the Perfect Time to Review your Estate Plan The Fall is great time to review your Last Will and Testament, Revocable Trust and other estate planning documents. An annual review can give you peace of mind. -
6 Ways a Will Can be INVALD Are you questioning the validity of a loved ones Last Will and Testament? We discuss 6 ways in which a Will can be determined to be invalid. -
The 3 Most Important Parts of a Last Will and Testament A Last Will and Testament in TX lists a person’s wishes following their death. It states how property is disposed, names an executor, guardian and/or Trustee. -
The Different Types of Guardianships There are different types of Guardianships for different situations. Having knowledge about them can help you make the right decisions for your loved one. -
How is Property Divided in a High Net Worth Divorce? In a Texas divorce, certain real property is considered community property and other property is considered separate. Find out if it could effect your divorce. -
Will Contests - The Requirements of Signing a Will in Texas A Will must meet certain requirements in Texas. Keeping these in mind can protect your loved ones from the cost and stress of a possible Will Contest. -
Do I Have a Complex Divorce? Complex Divorce often involves high value assets and assets in dispute. Find out if your divorce is considered complex. -
Larry King's Handwritten Will & Possible Undue Influence Larry King’s handwritten Will is being contested by his wife who he was seeking a divorce. It's alleged that he could have been the victim of undue influence. -
The New Certainties in Life: Death, Taxes, & ESTATE PLANNING As we review Biden's new proposed estate tax changes, having an estate plan in place is more important than ever and could considered a new "certainty" in life. -
Wills and Incapacity: What Does It Mean? There are legal requirements that must be satisfied in order for a Will to be valid. Otherwise, a Will Contest may end up being filed after the client’s death. -
The Horrors of Dying Without a Will Without the proper estate planning documents, your loved ones can be thrown into the horror of settling an estate with no Will. Listen to our horror stories. -
Important Options to Consider if you Win the Lottery A Fort Worth man won a scratch off ticket worth $2.5million. If you're ever the lucky winner, there are important things to consider before claiming the prize. -
The Importance of Having a Proper Estate Plan in Place These scenarios we have encountered as estate planning and probate litigation attorneys will stress the importance of having an estate plan in place. -
Texas Supreme Court Opinion: Statute of Limitations in Texas to Probate a Will in Ferreira v. Butler We discuss the Ferreira v. Butler case regarding the four year statute of limitations on probating a will in Texas and the Courts ruling. -
Growing Your Family Through Adoption Celebrities are not the ones growing their families through Adoption. We're are here to help you through each step of the Adoption process. -
Planning for Summer: What You Need to Know About Summer Break Custody Schedules Summer child possession schedules can be confusing for many parents. We have important information regarding how summer possession schedules are divided.