The probate process involves settling the decedent’s financial obligations, paying debts and taxes, identifying and appraising assets, and distributing the remaining assets to the rightful beneficiaries or heirs.  This is a multifaceted process that involves a careful balance of probate laws, family relationships, beneficiary interests, and executor responsibilities.  One particularly crucial aspect of the probate...KEEP READING

In Fort Worth, Texas, Jimmy’s life took a complicated turn when he lost his wife and was faced with navigating the nuances of Texas estate law. His stepson Bob, absent for nearly a decade, unexpectedly inherited a 50% stake in the home Jimmy thought was fully his.  Texas Estates Code provides guidelines for what happens...KEEP READING