Introduction When someone dies, their property becomes subject to the probate process. This is a legal procedure that pays debts and divides up property as outlined by the Will (or law in the absence of a Will). If there are disputes about who gets what or if someone believes the will was improperly executed, they...KEEP READING

Introduction: Should You Have a Texas Will? If you die without a will in Texas, your assets will go to your closest relatives according to state law. This may not be what you want. A will lets you decide who gets your assets when you die. A will is a legal document that says how...KEEP READING

A Texas Transfer on Death Deed is a way to transfer real property to someone else upon your death without going through probate. The deed must be properly signed and notarized, and it must be filed with the county clerk in the county where the property is located. What is a Texas Transfer on Death...KEEP READING

Probate law is a legal system that governs the estate of a deceased person. A will settlement is a legal process by which an estate is settled, usually after the death of the person who made the will. The process of settling a will can be complicated and can involve negotiations between family members over...KEEP READING