What is involved (expense and complexity) to purchase my home in a trust. What would be the benefits of doing this?

I assume you're talking about a revocable living trust. If you live in Texas and the property is also in Texas, unless you are anticipating your...

Can I get a divorce without the signature of my spouse?

Ms. Marvel is correct. I would just note that you have to have been a resident of Texas for at least 6 months and of your county for 90 days before...

How do we get power of attorney over my abusive mentally ill father who is threatening to harm all his family?

An involuntary commitment to a mental facility may also be a consideration. Your county may have a probate court specifically designated as mental...

Guardianship: Restoration of Capacity

The Court always wants to ensure that the least restrictive alternative is in place. If you are able to manage your own decisions and/or finances,...

If my daughter was born before we got married can i file for divorce and not include her in the paperwork?

If you've already got a divorce action pending in another country and at least one child to consider I'd suggest you visit with an attorney who can...

Depending on the circumstances if there are any assets a dependent administration requiring court supervision can be a good option for an insolvent...

Legally, what (if anything) can be done about family members who will not share in the cost of taxes for inherited property?

If you haven't already, take the time to create good records showing the tax payments and any other funds you've spent on the house to support your...

I was left a vehicle in a will and trust. The executor is telling me the vehicle will instead go to the oldest living relative.

Agreed. Your father as executor is charged with distributing the assets in accordance with the will. Your great uncle may have wanted to make...

I am the beneficiary on life insurance. But will states to divide the life insurance proceeds 50/50 with my sister. Yes/ No?

Life insurance proceeds are a non-probate asset and their distribution is controlled by the life insurance contract's beneficiary designation, not...

To add to the information already given, I'd remind that affidavits of heirship are only as valuable as a title company's decision to honor them...