I bought land from my brother-in-law in Caldwell, TX and need to know what it takes to get the deed transferred to my name.

The simple answer is an attorney needs to prepare a deed and your brother needs to sign it and then it is recorded in the county in which the real...

Is the only way to remove an estate's PR is to have a trial or can it be done via a hearing?

It depends on the basis of the grounds for removal and whether the grounds are of the type that it can be done without notice to Independent...

My wife and I have our primary residence together on the deed. I would like to deed the property over to her solely .

If the residence is your homestead under Texas law, your business creditors cannot attach such homestead. You need to consult an attorney to...

Signing Consent of Spouse designation of beneficiaries.

You need to have your own attorney review the form and advise you. His request for you to sign the form may be an indication that the two of you...

Should an order be attached to a petition to remove a PR?

You can go either route, but it is likely your order will need to be modified to match what the judge ultimately decides. Again, if you want to...

Should I negotiate to settle this or look to file a summary judgement? What options do I have as a beneficiary in the will?

You need experienced probate counsel in a contested matter if you want to protect your interests. To obtain a summary judgment no material facts...

My husband and I were separated for nearly a year. Am I responsible for his electric bill ? He passed away.

As a practical matter so long as your name is not on the account you should have no personal liability. However, if your husband's property is not...

Why would a probate matter be handled by a Circuit Court?

Texas does not have circuit courts. It was possibly a county court if in a rural county. In Missouri. Circuit courts have probate jurisdiction. ...

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Need to find out if my father had a will and left me anything

It sounds like you have no personal information regarding his estate plan and no one has told you anything. One option would be to file an...

How do I validate a will? Can you make attorney referrals?

You need to take original will to an experienced probate attorney.