When someone passes away in Texas, their will may come under a lot of scrutiny. The will is a legal document that determines who gets the deceased's assets, property and anything else of value. When things go smoothly and everything is spelled out properly, the will...
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Should one settle or go to a divorce trial?
Some Texas divorces will reach critical junctures where the two spouses will need to decide whether to work towards a settlement or go to trial. While having a court hearing is an option, the spouses should do everything that they can to avoid going in front of a...
Gathering essential documents can be helpful in a divorce
Divorce in Texas can be challenging. For those who are ending a marriage, the issues that come to the forefront may seem overwhelming. Financial, personal and emotional problems are common as child custody, child support, property division and spousal maintenance may...
Estate planning is for everyone
Many people assume that only the wealthy have estates worth planning for; perceptions of estates in Texas may evoke images of mansions resting beyond high stone walls. While that is one definition, an "estate" refers to any assets owned by someone. Questions about...
Wills not enough for some Texas estate plans
Wills are among the most basic legal and estate planning documents, and among the most important, but they don't cover everything. There are several types of assets and end-of-life wishes that are best set forth in other legal documents rather than a will. For people...
LLCs and corporations may be taxed differently
When it comes to choosing a type of business entity for operations in Texas, the question often comes down to a corporation or a limited liability company. The choice between the two forms depends on the type of business being created, potential tax consequences and...
The potential consequences of not opening probate
As part of a will, an individual can name the person who will represent his or her estate during a Texas probate proceeding. However, there is a chance that the executor will die before the person who created the will does. There is also a chance that the appointed...
Keeping the lives of children as normal as possible during a divorce
When parents make the decision to begin the divorce process in Texas, there are ways that they can help their children understand what to expect and the changes that they might see. One of the things that parents might not want to do right away is to tell the children...
Taking the time to decide whether to split
Though Texas has started the process of reopening, the long self-quarantine that preceded it has taken a toll on some marriages. Couples who would normally go to their separate jobs may still be working in the same room at home, getting no break from each other. This...
When to create or revise a will
If a person has assets to his or her name but no plan for passing those along to loved ones, it may be time to start thinking about estate planning. Even Texas residents who have wills already may not realize when it is time to make revisions. Though it is always a...