Can you legally break a lease if the apartment complex has had numerous break-ins? (In Texas)

There are specific security requirements that a dwelling must have installed by a landlord under Chapter 92 of the Texas Property Code. If the...

Spouse died with a will, Dec., 2011. Only Scottrade wants more than a will and death certificate to transfer his account to me.

I agree with David's answer. Also, a will is not effective until it is admitted to probate, which is why Scottrade is not satisfied with just a...

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Do I have to probate a will?

I agree with the other attorneys. You also asked about a cemetery plot not being referenced in the will and whether that could be kept out of...

What needs to be done to the title of real property after trustee of trust holding real property dies?

If the trust agreement states you are the successor you should be fine. Normally, when you sell real property, you go through a title company. ...

My brother died, common law wife , but has a daughter that cant prove she is his and no will

Any interested person, who is not otherwise disqualified (felon, lives out-of-state without a resident agent, incapacitated, etc.) may seek to have...

My husband recently passed away. He had two credit cards that were in his name only. Am I responsible to pay them?

The estate is most likely the only one on the hook for the credit cards in question, but you should consult an attorney before taking any action. ...

What happens to the wife if the house is in the husbands name and he passes away and you still owe on the mortgage?

David and Steven have very good points. Regarding the mortgage, be careful about adding people to a mortgage. A mortgage is a contractual...

MyMomrecentlypassedawaywithoutaWIll.

There is a lot of information needed to better answer your question. However, since your mom died without a will, the distribution of her property...

There is not enough information here to give you a clear answer. But do take note that a will is not effective until it is admitted to probate. ...

Need Fort Bend County Probate Attorney that is willing to work with heirs in different state.

You may also want to check out the Fort Bend County Bar Association to locate an attorney.