What happens if you are not married but have a child with someone, and then you die when the child is a minor?  To further complicate it, let’s assume you do not have a will.  Who has the right to serve as the personal representative of your estate?   If you are survived by your mother, […] The post Complications When Minor Children Born Outside of Marriage Inherit appeared first on … Read more

In the world of estate planning and probate, wills are crucial legal documents that ensure a person’s final wishes are carried out as intended. There are many types of wills, including holographic will.  According to Section 251.051 of the Texas Estates Code, a holographic will is a will entirely handwritten by the testator (the person […] The post Holographic Wills in Texas & Tips for Handwritten Wills appeared first on … Read more

Probate law can be complex and confusing, particularly when it comes to interpreting a testator’s intent. In Patrick v. Patrick, the Texas Court of Appeals considered the question of whether a testator’s beneficiaries should be responsible for paying estate taxes on non-probate assets. In this blog post, we’ll review the facts and procedural history of […] The post Understanding Texas Probate Law: An Overview of Patrick v. Patrick appeared first … Read more

Background John is seeking to contest his father William’s will after William passed away in November 2022 in Corpus Christi, Texas. William had executed a new will in April 2022, at the age of 89, which John believes was a result of undue influence by his brother and sister-in-law. Additionally, John claims that William had […] The post Case Study: Contesting a Will in Texas Probate Law appeared first on … Read more

When a loved one passes away, the probate process can be overwhelming and confusing, particularly if there are disputes over the distribution of assets or the appointment of an executor. In this blog article, we will explore a case study that highlights the legal issues that can arise during the probate process in Texas, especially […] The post Navigating Probate Law and Will Validity: A Case Study appeared first on … Read more

When a loved one enters a nursing home for long-term care, it can be a difficult and confusing time for their family. In some cases, the nursing home may require a guardian to be appointed to make decisions on behalf of the person receiving care. But what happens when none of the family members want […] The post Guardianship and the Nursing Home: Understanding Your Options in Texas appeared first … Read more

Probate is an important but complex process, and it can be a difficult thing to navigate. That’s especially true if you’re unfamiliar with the laws in Texas, where the probate rules can differ significantly from those of other states. If you’re looking to learn more about the Texas probate process, this blog post is for […] The post 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Texas Probate appeared first on Kreig … Read more

In a world where loved ones are plagued by the cruel afflictions of the mind, such as dementia, it can be a heavy weight to bear the responsibility of their care. But there is solace to be found in the courts of Texas, where multiple individuals can be named as co-guardians, sharing in the burden […] The post The Burden and Beauty of Co-Guardianship appeared first on Kreig LLC. Read … Read more

As people age, it may become increasingly difficult for them to manage their own affairs. When this happens, family members may step in to help, and in some cases, may even seek to become the legal guardian of their loved one. In Texas, a guardianship can be established for individuals who are unable to take […] The post Texas Probate Law and Guardianship appeared first on Kreig LLC. Read More

Probate is the legal process of settling a deceased person’s estate, including distributing their assets and paying off any debts. In Texas, the probate process can be relatively straightforward, especially when there is a legal will in place and all recipients agree on the terms outlined in the will. This was the case for our […] The post Smooth Estate Distribution with a Legal Will and Agreeing Recipients appeared first … Read more