How do I get guardianship or co- guardianship of two kids that I am supporting?

You may not have to go to that extent. Internal Revenue Code Section 152(d)(2) provides that an individual can be claimed as a dependent if the...

Under Texas' independent administration provisions, your step-dad cannot delegate his duties as executor. With that said, transferring the stock...

Regarding previous question, no, my brother is not listed on account or is not co-owner but has signed signature card for access

Those are all good questions. I think you need to sit down with an attorney and discuss your options. If your brother is as troubled as you say,...

Deed transferral

You should find a local attorney who can help you prepare affidavits of heirship for your grandfather. These would then be filed in the deed...

What is my recourse as main caregiver and medical & durable poa for Mom if 2 siblings had her sign new one without my knowing?

I would add that the 'new' durable power of attorney may not have revoked the POA your mom executed naming you alone so you may be able to act...

Does the State of Texas have the right to collect my father's Miller's Trust if they canceled his benefits before he died?

The state is a creditor in this instance and as such, they have the right to seek reimbursement for moneys expended for your father's care. I do...

A new will was written 5 days before my father died when everyone knew he would be gone any day.

The Texas legislature amended the Probate Code last session to codify the rule that a no contest clause may be disregarded in cases where the...

My father died in 2007. How long does the executor have to probate the will in Texas.

The executor has four years to probate a will. If the executor is refusing to probate the will and has possession of the will, there is a...

My stepson is trying to get legal guardianship of his dad because I asked him to pay for one month of Alzheimer's nursing care.

First, please consider meeting with a board certified elder law attorney. There are several in San Antonio and they can help you with...

Car repo

If your friend's husband dies, the car will likely be treated as community property so husband's interest in the car would pass under his will or...