What legal actions can I take to protect myself

I suggest speaking to an Elder Law / Guardianship attorney in your area. They can make sure you have all the correct legal documentation in order...

Are his actions appropriate as an executive and beneficiary?

An executor is required to follow the directions in the will as long as the directions to do not violate any laws. The executor cannot arbitrarily...

Do I have to claim anything that is not in will? Like furniture, collection of china and odds and ends?

I recommend you contact an attorney in your area to review the trust and will documents. Typically, both will have a residue clause that deals...

Should I hire an attorney? If my father had a valid will would that prevent something like this from happening?

I recommend that you consult a Guardianship / Estate Planning attorney in your area to discuss options and ensure that you are complying with...

What happens to a manufactured home that is title in the deceased husbands name after his wife passes away? I

Unfortunately, the best answer here is to contact an attorney in your area. You will want to contact an attorney that focuses their practice on...

How do I transfer custody to my son

For this matter, you are going to need to contact an attorney in your area for help. The court that awarded you custody will most likely have...

Need to know how to get a power of attorney or estate holder documents for my mother who has already passed..

I am sorry to hear about your loss. The documents that you may need are going to depend on the type of assets that you are attempting to gain...

In an adult adoption, the biological parent's rights do not have to be terminated. Also, Texas allows adopted children to inherit from both their...

Only thing left on the will of my mother is a 2006 ford that I paid off. Can I have the title changed without probate?

Your brother will have to sign off if you want to avoid probating the will. In cases where no administration of the estate would be necessary...

Will I be entitled to any portion of the property my wife recently inherited if we divorce.

In Texas, inherited property is considered Separate Property. This means that you will most likely not have any claim to title in the property. ...