My father pasted away in Texas with no will do I need to probate his asserts. And do I need a lawyer?

If there is real estate or assets that don't have named beneficiareis then yes it would be the correct thing to do.

My mother died intestate last year. I am the only child but she did not name me or anyone else as beneficiary.

Some attorneys in Houston such as myself often defer payment from the estate. You really need to talk to a lawyer that does probate to open...

My sister got a probate attorney after my mother passed away. There is a checking acct and her home (which is up for sale).

Where is the estate?

My husband passed away in July 2011. All of our financial affairs and accounts are held jointly in both of our names, and our

You will want to probate the will as a muniment of title. There are situations that could become very problamatic if you dont probate the Will...

My mother died intestate last year. I am the only child but she did not name me or anyone else as beneficiary.

You need to do probate administration in court. They give letters of administration once you are appointed administrator. Contact a local probate...

Do I need a real estate attorney?

Unless you plan to give your aunt your share and hope she includes you in her Will, i woudnt sign the swd.

If family estate was sold by executor and family needs legal representation but can't afford it what are the other options?

The answer is usually and it is most advisable unless 1. the whole family agrees to sell the house and 2. there is no Will and 3. All potential...

Hire a probate litigator in your area. They can compel via show cause hearing or seek a removal action for you among other remedies.

Probate will should I sign I waiver?

I find the set of facts unorthodox. She maybe asking for a lot things. As the other attorney opined, you need a lawyer to look at the form. It...

How much is a reasonable amount/percentage to pay a lawyer to contest a Will?

Generally for Will Contests, lawyers such as myself can charge up to 40%. Sometimes, we work out different percentage depending on the situation. ...

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