When a person dies without a will, their assets are distributed according to Texas’s laws of intestacy. However, transferring ownership of these assets can be a complex and lengthy process if the proper documentation is not in place. This is where the concept of affidavits of heirship comes into play. In this blog article, we...KEEP READING

Probate law can be a confusing and overwhelming process for those who have recently inherited property. In Texas, probate law governs the distribution of a deceased person’s assets, including real property. When an individual dies, their assets must pass through probate before they can be distributed to the heirs or beneficiaries. In this blog post,...KEEP READING

A court must have jurisdiction to enter a valid, enforceable judgment on a claim. If there is a situation where jurisdiction is lacking, litigants, through various procedures, may retroactively challenge the validity of a judgment to potentially have it rendered void. Subject matter jurisdiction is one type of jurisdiction a court must have. It is...KEEP READING

Affidavit of Heirship – Transferring Property After Death and Avoiding Probate Court It is common to see family members reach an informal agreement as to how to handle the estate when a family member dies. These informal agreements often lead to disputes and end up in probate litigation and an Affidavit of Heirship can help […]KEEP READING