As people in Texas age, they sometimes find that they are with individuals that they had not been in earlier years. This can lead to changes in estate planning documents such as wills and powers of attorney. In addition, in some cases, these changes can lead to...
Probate Litigation
Probate litigation can be avoided in Texas with careful planning
Many people in Texas create an estate pan in an effort to make things easier for their heirs and beneficiaries after they die. In addition, some hope to avoid costly probate litigation between their heirs. To achieve this goal, some find it helpful to create an estate...
Probate litigation case may seem familiar to some in Texas
When creating an estate plan, many in Texas and elsewhere attempt to ensure that they have limited the chance of a battle between their heirs and beneficiaries over the content of their wills or trusts. However, in some cases, despite the efforts of those involved,...
Chung King probate litigation could interest Texas readers
Deciding who will be allowed to manage the assets of a large estate is the goal of a current probate matter that may be of interest to readers in Texas. In the case, heirs to the fortune amassed by a frozen food mogul assert that their parents were unduly influenced...
Probate litigation in Texas can include questioning executors
In Texas, and elsewhere, an executor of a will can be removed if they fail to comply with their fiduciary duties. When a beneficiary believes that the executor should be removed, they can seek that action by petitioning the court. Often, this is done during probate...
The danger of relying on oral promises in estate planning
Texas residents should beware of relying on oral promises for their estate planning needs. One of the main functions of a will and estate plan is to make sure that your wishes for the distribution of your assets are clear and followed. If you make an oral promise that...