When a child enters the family parents often want to do everything they can to protect their child. An important step towards better ensuring this protection is designating a guardian in your estate plan. This decision can safeguard your children's future should...
Somebody has to take charge of an estate when a testator dies -- and that's usually the executor that they named in their will. The executor is responsible for following the instructions left in the will and managing the settlement of an estate. Every executor is...
There are many reasons why people may want to draft powers of attorney. A college student leaving home for school may want to empower a family member who lives nearby to handle their affairs in an emergency. Those dealing with chronic or progressive medical conditions...
Establishing a will is generally beneficial for adults of all ages and life situations. Some people draft wills after having children to protect their progeny from a tragic scenario. Others establish wills when they achieve professional success, start small businesses...
A personal representative manages the deceased person's estate in Texas probate proceedings. This role can be filled by an executor (if named in the will) or an administrator (if there is no will or the named executor cannot serve). A vital part of this job involves...
Romantic and intimate relationships can be very complex. People may remain married for decades but may also pursue secondary relationships outside of their marriages. Typically, women have a difficult time hiding children conceived outside of marriage from their...
Inheritance disputes are an unfortunate but common occurrence during estate administration. When a loved one dies, emotions can run high, and disagreements about the division of assets may arise. One of the common reasons for contesting a will is the belief that the...
There are many different tactics for estate planning, and many people approach the process aiming for simplicity. They want to do things as easily and quickly as possible with minimal expense. Creating a simple will is usually the most basic solution for estate...
Having a medical directive is a vital part of a comprehensive estate plan. It ensures your healthcare wishes are respected if you cannot communicate them yourself. This is especially critical in Texas due to the state’s specific laws and regulations. A medical...
Children rely on their parents or other legal guardians to support and protect them. Parents have an obligation to ensure children receive proper medical care and to provide for their basic needs in life. Typically, that obligation ends when a child reaches adulthood....