How do Texas Intestacy laws work?

Here is a good place to start: https://www.traviscountytx.gov/images/probate/Docs/DnD_diagrams.pdf This is a summary of the laws of Texas on what...

Can my grandson, now adopted by his stepfather, complete with name change, still inherit property from me?

I agree with what has been said. You should speak with an estate planning attorney to make sure your estate is set up the way you want it. For...

How long does it take to receive disbursement from Irrevokable Trust?

The insurance company should pay out within a few weeks to the trust. As to when you will see any money, that will depend on the terms of the...

I live in my parents lake house with my wife for 20 plus years and my father past away 2 months ago

Definitely consult a local attorney about this. There could be issues of parol (oral) gift or parol (oral) sale, both of which are recognized in...

Can i make real estate have right of survivorship in texas ?

There are a few ways to accomplish this. As you have learned, just because both names are on a deed in Texas does not mean the other inherits it...

Since the accounts were POD to you and your son, you are the ones who can take it out. How you spend this money is up to you. Perhaps it was her...

Accounts that are payable to a certain person upon death and policies that have a person as a designated beneficiary pass to that person outside of...

In the terms of the will, it probably lists you as trustee of the testamentary trust. That makes you the responsible party for the trust.

Some firms will charge flat fees and others charge by the hour. We do a flat fee will package for a couple for $1000. That includes a will for each...

How do I find out who the head of estate for my deceased father is?

If the check is written to the "estate" of your grandfather, then you will need to go to court to be able to negotiate the check. Hopefully,...