Executor’s Duties to Beneficiaries

Serving as an executor of an estate is a significant responsibility. In Texas, the executor plays a central role in managing the probate process, ensuring the deceased’s wishes are honored while upholding the rights of the...

When a loved one passes away, their assets are often distributed to heirs through a court process known as probate. In most situations, this process plays out quietly, with beneficiaries eventually receiving the inheritance...

Estate planning is for everyone, but unfortunately, not everyone has an estate plan. Therefore, it may be helpful to understand what happens when someone dies without a will. If you are thinking of getting a will or have a...

Probate can be a time-consuming process that is frustrating for the family of the deceased and the beneficiaries of the estate. Fortunately, there are options for circumventing a lengthy probate process. If you have recently...

While having a will or other estate plan in place is always ideal, the reality is that many people never get around to it. This can raise many questions for the surviving family members and sometimes lead to considerable...