Under Texas law an Enhanced Life Estate Deed (Ladybird Deed) must be recorded prior to the grantor(s)'s death in order to effectuate a valid...

Although I agree with my colleagues for the most part, there could be an exception that would work to your father's benefit in transferring the...

You should consult with a qualified probate attorney as soon as possible. If determined to be a spouse prior to inception of title you may have a...

You should consult a local probate attorney to look into this matter.

CAN I BE ADMINISTOR OF MY DECEASED HUSBANDS ESTATE IF I HAVE FELONY CONVICTION

No, a person with a felony conviction is not qualified to be an administrator or executor under Texas law.

What should I do?

I agree wholeheartedly with the other attorney that you should seek the advice of counsel to review the LOI. Whether or not the LOI is binding is...

What happens if conveyance was not subject to the existing oil and gas lease of record?

The grantor of a quitclaim is simply giving up their right, title and interest in property, whatever that may be, and it could be very little.. The...

How can dad recover the proceeds from the sale of the house?

From your description of the situation there are several major issues that should be addressed as quickly as possible before all of the assets are...

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What kind of agreement do I need. Do I need a written agreement? Now the agreement isjust an oral agreement

YES! You should ALWAYS have agreements in writing. You should probably seek the advice of a landlord-tenant attorney, but in any event, a written...

What can be done to get the Comptroller's office to release the funds to my mother?

You should consult with a probate attorney. I agree with the other attorney that it is likely that a small estates affidavit and order by the court...