This blog, which is regularly updated by our estate planning attorneys, strives to keep our clients & potential clients informed, engaged, & connected to the latest news, trends, & current events.
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Capacity, Undue Influence, and the Family Entity: What the Ford–Hilltop Litigation TeachesAllegations of cognitive decline and undue influence over a $600M stake: how Texas families can plan early, document capacity, and avoid probate litigation.
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Second Marriage, First Family: What the Ford–Hilltop Fight Teaches About Marital Agreements in TexasThe WSJ's Gerald Ford–Hilltop Holdings story shows why blended families with a business need a Texas prenup or postnup. Dallas complex divorce attorneys.
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You Were Adopted. Your Biological Parent Dies. Do You Inherit From Them?Adopted as a child in Texas? If a biological parent dies without a will, you may still inherit. Here's what Texas law says.
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Your 2026 Texas Football Schedules, All in One PlaceGet the 2026 Texas A&M Aggies, Dallas Cowboys, Texas Longhorns, TCU, and SMU football schedules in one place. Plan your fall game days, family gatherings, and football weekends with The Ashmore Law Firm, P.C.
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Probate vs. Non-Probate Assets in Texas: What Is the Difference?Learn the difference between probate and non-probate assets in Texas, including how beneficiary designations, survivorship rights, trusts, and wills affect what happens after death.
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What Is Fair Spousal Support When a Business Is Involved in a Texas Divorce?When a business is involved in a Texas divorce, fair spousal support is harder than it looks. Debt, cash flow, hidden income, and undervalued businesses all affect what is truly fair — for both sides. Dallas attorneys who represent both.
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Why Should Your Divorce Attorney Have Family Law and Estate Planning Experience When Assets or a Business Are Involved?When divorce involves businesses, trusts, real estate, inheritance, or significant assets, a team with family law and estate planning experience can help protect your future.
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Essential Estate Planning Steps for Families Transitioning a Parent to Senior LivingGuide for Texas families on estate planning during a parent's transition to senior living—key documents and steps to protect assets and ensure peace of mind.
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Your Will’s Sidekick: How to Make a Memorandum That Actually MattersA memorandum is a document in addition to your Will that you are able to make a list of items and the people you want to inherit them. Read blog for more!
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Changes in the estate tax exemption are coming soon: What do I need to know and plan for?Gift Tax Exemption is set to decrease over $5 mil. Are you ready? Click here to learn more about this exemption explained by our tax planning lawyer.
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How to Avoid Common Estate Planning Mistakes in DallasCreating an estate plan can be tricky. Learn what common mistakes you can avoid so that you can achieve your goals and protect your family.
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Financial Mistakes to Avoid During a Divorce in Dallas, TexasAvoid costly financial mistakes during divorce in Dallas, Texas. Learn how debts, assets, retirement accounts, taxes, hidden property, and settlement decisions can affect your future.