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The Ashmore Law Firm, PC offers legal expertise in estate planning, probate law, family law and personal injury law to Dallas residents.
We provide summaries of news stories, research and other relevant information in order to keep our clients up to date on the latest legal news.
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Family Protections in Probate This month’s Texas Bar Journal's article on the Texas Estates Code exemptions and allowances for family members of a Decedent caught our eye. -
10 Years Later and He Found Out It Wasn't His?! Story: A father's been ordered to pay child support only to find out that the child isn't his. What does he do now? The answer depends on several factors... -
Update: The 2018 Estate Tax Exemption Amount Research showed the 2018 estate tax exemption amount to be 11.2 million. However, due to the changes in indexing for inflation, it is actually 11.18 million. -
The New Adverse Possession Law This law provides an additional alternative to obtaining a 100% interest in a piece of real property that the laws of intestacy would otherwise prohibit. -
Questions to Ask Your Future Spouse A recent Huffington Post article discusses the important questions and conversations two people should have before formally committing to each other. -
Your TOP New Year's Resolution - Estate Planning Creating or updating your estate plan is one resolution you can’t afford to put off because of the financial and legal burdens put on your loved ones. -
A $4 Billion Dollar Verdict A Dallas jury returned a $4 billion dollar verdict in the Dallas County Probate Court. Verdict stated JPMorgan Chase mismanaged the estate of Max Hopper. -
New Book Release: Is Your Loved One in Need of a Guardian? This new book asks critical questions that can help you decide if your loved one is in need of a guardianship and it will help walk you through the process. -
Dallas Fallen Police Officer Widow Unhappy with Trust Set-Up Assist the Officer Foundation has put money into a trust to benefit the fallen officer’s families. One widow is unhappy with the way the money is being handled. -
Tough Love? Or is it? You be the Judge. We have recently seen a trend among celebrities where they are choosing not to leave their fortunes to their kids. -
Alaska to Treat Pets More Like Kids in a Divorce A recent USA Today news article discusses how Alaska is now treating pets more like children, rather than property, in a divorce matter. -
Brangelina Going Undercover Brad and Anglena have announced that they won’t be publicizing their divorce anymore. They recently signed papers to keep the proceedings private. -
Blake Lively & Ryan Reynolds Welcome Baby #2 This exciting news may serve as a catalyst for discussions regarding 1 question ALL parents should be asking: what will happen to my young children if I die? -
Jackpot - Couple Wins $246.8 Million Powerball! In recent news, a lucky couple won the $246.8 million dollar powerball jackpot. If the couple lived in Texas, the winnings are considered community property. -
Say It Ain’t So – Brangelina Is Breaking Up?! Angelina Jolie just filed for divorce from Brad Pitt. There are many things to think about in this case such as, child custody, alimony & common law marriage. -
No Pay, No Play - Child Support & Vehicle Registration A new Texas law allows the State of Texas to put a vehicle registration hold on those who don’t timely pay their child support. -
Winning an Olympic Medal Could Cost You Olympic athletes are taxed on their medals and cash earnings from the Rio games. Those medals and cash can have an impact the athletes’ estate planning needs. -
Texas Scottish Rite Hospital Hosts Christmas in July Event Texas Scottish Rite Hospital hosted a fun-filled “Christmas in July” celebration for patients. We were able to help Santa get ready for this event! -
Whitney Keltch Co-Authors Article in DAYL’s "The Dicta" Our own Whitney Keltch co-authored an article that was published in The Dallas Association of Young Lawyer's (DAYL) award-winning publication, The Dicta. -
Prince Died Intestate Don't make the same mistake Prince did. Because he didn't have a will, the court will choose who gets his estate & the IRS could take a portion of the estate.