Texas law requires that the Will be filed within 30 days. If it is not, you can retain an attorney to file a Show Cause request, obtain a Court...

My husband died 3mos ago Do I need to probate the will or does it all go to me anyway?

Mr. Olsen's answer does not match Texas law. Under Texas law anyone in possession of a Will is required to file it -- although many do not. He is...

How can a Social Security disabled person get legal guardianship of an 11 year old stepchild in Texas?

The safest way to proceed is to obtain a signed Application for Guardianship by the child's mother; otherwise she may change her mind and oppose...

What is the law regarding inheritance as far as when someone dies that has recieved an inheritance?

The good news is that when your grandmother dies, you and your brothers divide the 1/3 of the real property that was your grandfather's separate...

What is considered a common law marriage and if I separated from my significant other, what am I entitled to?

Your question is one for a divorce attorney. Prenups and postnups are to say what will happen if there is a divorce. Of course, if your friend...