My husband died without a will and he had the house in his name only. House is paid for (no debt what so ever) can i simply get

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...

In Texas how much can remain in an estate when Medicaid kicks in for nursing home care? What is the other spouse to live on?

Hello. This is a mine field of constantly changing dollar amounts and federal and state codes. I suggest that you contact an experienced elder...

Do I need a probate attorney inTexas?

I am sorry for your loss. Please hire an experienced probate attorney to look into this on your behalf. The sooner the better. I wish you all...

Hello. I am sorry for your loss. Attorney Geffen is correct. If you would like to investigate this further, see Code Section 78 of the Texas...

Family member died suddenly,had bought cemetery plot and was paid off,can that be sort of like a will or wish to stay here?

Hello. I am sorry for your loss. Attorney Geffen is correct. I would add that the "next of kin" (if no probate proceeding) or the administrator...

I can't get executor to sell house. How can I force executor to sell property.

Hello. (NOTE: My comment assumes the probate matter is in Texas, and Texas law would apply.) If you are a beneficiary of the estate, I suggest...

Do I have to file probate with no debts and one car in both the deceased and child's name with title signed by deceased?

In Texas, if a car is the only asset of the estate and the Decedent gifted the car prior to dying, then probate is not necessary (the car is not in...

Do I need to hire my own attorney for this probate case?

I suggest that you hire an experienced probate and estate planning lawyer to review your matter, and advise you accordingly. While a substitute...

What does Texas Probate Law set out as an Executor's responsibilities to Beneficiaries?

There are many, many code sections that address an Executor's responsibilities regarding the Estate and beneficiaries. And, of course, the Will...

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Can in the state of texas if you have a felony can you be an excecutor of a will?

Texas Probate Code Section 78: “PERSONS DISQUALIFIED TO SERVE AS EXECUTOR OR ADMINISTRATOR: No person is qualified to serve as an executor or...