A few months ago, the lives of a wealthy businessman and his wife of almost 60 years ended tragically when the man killed both his wife and himself. Now, probate litigation is threatening to prolong these tragic circumstances for months or even years.One of the issues...
Probate Litigation
Johnny Cash’s estate sues to stop use of famous names
In our last post, we wrote about the general fiduciary duties of executors and administrators in dealing with the assets of the decedent. Now, two of the most famous names in American show business are involved in an estate lawsuit brought by the trustee of a family...
Mother, son dispute ownership of classic art collection
Disputes over inheritance can be very ugly. These fights can turn sibling against sibling, or even children against a parent.A long-running case of probate litigation is unusual both for its ugliness and the beauty of the disputed assets, a collection of fine art. The...
A valid will in one state might be invalid in another
When creating a will, many people do not realize what might be valid in one state might not be valid in another. Understanding the different types of wills one can create gives individuals different options for distributing their wealth and assets while also ensuring...
What happens in probate?
Probate has many misconceptions. While many Texas residents may think that probate litigation only takes place if someone has died without a will, this is not the case-probate actually involves the authentication of a will, if it was made, locating and valuing assets,...
We handle probate matters from the start to the end
As mentioned previously on this blog, creating a comprehensive estate plan that covers both one's end-of-life decisions and steps to be taken after one's demise is an important step for Houston residents to take this year. Powers of attorneys are used to make...
What is a conservatorship?
Thinking about one's demise is difficult, and contemplating what would happen if one becomes incapacitated is even more troubling. However, having a plan in place for what should take place in case one is unable to make important financial and medical decisions for...
What should I expect if I am challenging a will?
Right after a Houston resident has lost a loved one, they inevitably go through a period of mourning in which they remember the good times they shared with the deceased. The last thing they need to find out at that time is that they have either been left out of a will...
Legal dispute and allegations continue from late actor’s trust
Texans and people across the nation are well-advised to have a comprehensive estate plan. This is necessary to avoid a legal dispute between heirs and to ensure that the assets go where the testator wants. The pitfalls of a perceived failure to do this can be found in...
How can it be shown that an attested will is a valid will?
Probate in Texas can be a complex matter and the type of will that the testator had is a major part of that. A legal dispute regarding a will's validity can hinder the attempts to move forward with the probate process. It can also lead to the challenging of a will and...