Yes, your son may serve as an independent executor and receive benefits from your estate under your Will.

How do i find a probate lawyer ?

Avvo, of course! Sounds like you may want to probate the Will as a muniment of title, if the only asset is a mutual fund. Good luck!

I have an out-of-date Letter Testamentary. Can I get a new one (preferably without using mail) ?

Hello. As long as the probate estate has remained open (and was not closed) and you have not been discharged as the executor/executrix, then you...

I am sorry for your loss of your mother. In Texas, there are several choices with respect to what type of probate is best in any particular matter....

In what state do we contest a will?

I am sorry for your loss. If your father died in Colorado, then you should contact an attorney licensed to practice in Colorado (probably best if...

No.

Am I responsible for my Grandmother's bills if she recently passed away.

Hello Georgetown Texas! I have fond memories of your city since it is where I first opened my law practice before moving to Houston. I am sorry...

Mother died 8 years ago n ive come to find out that the will which states every thing is left to me is not probated what do i do

I am sorry for your loss. There is only one way to probate a Will 8 years after the date of death: Muniment of Title (where no executor is...

How do I get heirship of my fathers estate?

I am sorry for your loss. In Texas, there are several choices with respect to what type of probate is best in any particular matter. Choosing the...

I recently filed for divorce but my husband unexpectantly passed away ,what happens to legal proceedings?

I suggest reading Section 69 of the Texas Probate Code: WIll provisions made before dissolution of Marriage. Other important factors include...