Can I ask for proof of a will for my deceased wife?

You can absolutely ask for proof that she had a will. In fact, under Texas law, if the nephew has her will, he is legally required to furnish the...

Do i need to file a separate application to probate an estate based on a will not produced in court?

You'll need to consult with an attorney on this because the Court may think that you lack standing to file into this case. You're going to have to...

The adult children wouldn't have a case if you all have a Will. Under the default laws for inheriting (in the absence of a will), the adult...

Can my mother contest my brother & I as beneficiaries on his life insurance?

You and your brother should definitely meet with an attorney. The problem is that AIG will take your mother's claim seriously, even if she has a...

I agree with the prior answers but also add that sometimes people use this threat as a ploy to get the heirs to agree to give up some of their...

Can an 18 year old be adjudicated incompetent by a court if they are already moved out of their parents home?

Your girlfriend would be appointed an attorney by the court, if her mother were to try to take your girlfriend to court to have her adjudged...

How do I get guardianship of my stepson? His mother passed away almost 10 years ago and I am married to his father.

Unless parental rights were terminated for some reason, your husband should still be the guardian of your stepson. He should still have the right...

What petition do I file to remove an Executor from a will and Trust due to convicted felon?

You should definitely consider having a consultation meeting with a probate attorney. Since it's such short notice, you probably can't get an...

Can a 19 years old be his 14 years old sibling guardian in Texas if both parents die?

Yes. The sibling just needs to be over the age of 18.

In Texas, how long does a relative have to wait before claiming deceased relative's property when there is no will found yet?

I agree with everything in the above answer. I would also add that the daughter may have a claim to the estate as an heir. If there's a will...