A shocking statistic is that over half of American’s do not have estate planning. Congratulations, here you are, searching a law firm’s website for estate planning attorneys.Now, not all attorneys are the same. While we all went to law school and passed the bar exam of our given state(s), there are a number of different types of attorneys out there. When it comes to planning your estate, planning your finances, taxes, planning for...
Did you know that the individual named in your Will as your Executor is merely your suggestion. Is Your Executor Qualified to Serve?Did you know that the Texas Estates Code disqualifies certain individuals. Texas Estates Code Section 304.003(2) sets forth who will be disqualified from accepting appointment as a personal representative. The Code provides that an incapacitated person, a convicted felon, a non-resident with no appointed...
Frequently we are asked “Do I really Need a Trust?” What are the advantages of a trust. The following is a list of benefits of using a trust within your estate planning.
Reasons for Drafting Trusts
Asset Continuity. Placing assets into trust can provide for greater control and allow for asset continuity.
Probate Avoidance or to Minimize Probate. If the trust is fully funded (that is property is placed into the trust before your death),...
Several times a year, I receive a call from an individual that generally starts with “I called the clerk and they told me I need a lawyer.” I know they are thinking hey you have a pretty good gig here. But, this really has nothing to do with probate lawyers or the probate bar.
Individuals who represent themselves in court are called “pro se” litigants. True, you can represent yourself, but you can’t represent others. ...