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11Using a Testator's Feelings as Evidence of Fraud in Probate Court
20
Oct

Using a Testator’s Feelings as Evidence of Fraud in Probate Court

October 20, 2022,
In some cases, a testator’s negative feelings toward a beneficiary can indicate fraud or undue influence in the creation of a will. Texas probate courts allow a testator’s sentiments to serve as evidence if relevant facts corroborate deceitful intent. This article explores how emotions can demonstrate improper actions and provides an example case. Facts &...
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11prove-mental-capacity
06
Oct

Is Direct Evidence Needed to Prove a Lack of Testamentary Capacity?

October 6, 2022,
In the state of Texas, contesting a will often hinges on a pivotal and contentious issue: the testamentary capacity of the individual responsible for creating the will. To mount a successful challenge to a will based on capacity, it is essential to comprehend the legal prerequisites and compile compelling evidence, as this situation underscores. However,...
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11probate a will late
29
Sep

Navigating the Four-Year Deadline for Probating Wills in Texas

September 29, 2022,
The process of probating a will in Texas is subject to specific time constraints, which require careful attention and timely action. A four-year window is provided from the time of a testator’s passing for the probate of a will. Beyond this timeframe, the right to utilize the will for property distribution is typically forfeited, with...
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11probate court final order
01
Sep

Granting a Bill of Review Doesn’t End the Probate Case

September 1, 2022,
When a probate court grants a bill of review to set aside earlier orders, parties often assume they can immediately appeal that decision. After all, if the court has just vacated significant orders like determinations of heirship, shouldn’t that decision be reviewable right away? The case of St. John v. Hearne (Tex. App.—Houston [14th Dist.]...
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11probate time limit
18
Aug

Can Reasonable Diligence Trump a Probate Statute of Limitations in Texas?

August 18, 2022,
Default for failing to file? Default at Law A default is the failure to do something required by law or the failure to comply with a contractual obligation. When it comes to filing a will for probate, there is a timeline that the filer must comply with in order to avoid being found in default....
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04
Aug

Can a Court Add Probate Proceedings to a Muniment of Title?

August 4, 2022,
Legal Terminology Muniment of Title/Deed: Means there is no need for administration of the estate. This allows for a will to be probated quickly and cost-efficiently. Administration of an Estate: Allows for the management of the liabilities and assets of a deceased person. Probate Case In re Estate of Kurtz, 54 S.W.3d 353 (Tex. App....
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11sue in probate court
28
Jul

Can You Bring a Law Suit Against a Texas County in Probate Court?

July 28, 2022,
In a person’s will, they may leave either personal or real property to an entity rather than to an individual. They could leave land to a city, business, organization, county, or the like. What happens when there is a suit against a county rather than an individual? What is the controlling law and how is...
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11Standard of Sound Mind to Execute a Valid Will
14
Jul

The Writ of Mandamus: What It Is And Why Parties Sometimes Get One

July 14, 2022,
Introduction The writ of mandamus is a judicial mandate issued by a higher court to force a lower court or government official to perform their duties. This is not an order issued by the Supreme Court, but rather can be issued by any other court that has jurisdiction over the lower court in question. Sometimes,...
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11Fort Worth guardianship gavel
23
Jun

Are Documents Connected to Prior Claims Admissible in Court?

June 23, 2022,
The answer to this question depends on the jurisdiction in which the case is being tried. Some jurisdictions allow for the admission of such documents, while others do not. In general, however, the answer is yes, documents connected to prior claims are admissible in court if they have a sufficient connection to the matter at...
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11Protection through guardianship
16
Jun

Effects of Testamentary Capacity and Undue Influence on Wills

June 16, 2022,
Testamentary capacity refers to a person’s ability to create a valid will. This ability deals both with being of legal age to create a will (18) and the mental capacity of the person making the will. Undue Influence occurs when a person acts under the influence of another rather than of their own free will...
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Texas Probate Book
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Most Probate Court Orders Are Not Immediately Appealable
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Can an Unsigned Handwritten Document Count as a Will?
October 27, 2023