Estate planning is an important legal process that can benefit all Texas residents. From those of modest means to those of extreme wealth, any qualified adult who wishes to have control over what happens to their property when they die can create a comprehensive...
Courts may declare a will invalid if they find it was made under undue influence. This issue comes up in very difficult will contests involving accusations that someone manipulated the deceased person into making a will that did not represent their true wishes. This...
Estate planning is about much more than just deciding who will inherit your assets. It’s about providing protection for your family and loved ones while still allowing you to retain some control over how those assets are used. That’s where trusts can come into play in...
Musician Prince, whose recorded songs such as “Purple Rain” and “Let’s Go Crazy,” was loved by many in Texas and across the U.S. Following his untimely death at age 57, Prince’s estate was not without its legal woes, as the musician did not have a will. One specific...
Probate is the legal process that begins when a person, called the decedent, passes away. Probate administration resolves any debt and taxes on the estate, and where directed, distributes devises and legacies. Probating a Will is the procedure the court takes to...
