Reviewed by Texas estate planning attorney Elissa I. Henry. You should review your Texas estate plan every three to five years, and right away after a major life event: marriage, divorce, the birth or adoption of a child, the death of someone named in your plan, a...
A living will can answer some of the most difficult medical questions your family may ever face. If you become unable to communicate because of a serious illness or injury, who will know what treatment you want? What happens if doctors determine that you have a...
Losing a loved one brings immense emotional strain. While taking time to grieve is essential, certain legal and financial matters require immediate attention after a loved one passes away. Texas estate law provides specific timelines, tools, and requirements that...
High-net-worth estate planning is not simply about having more assets or adding a trust to a basic estate plan. As your wealth grows, so does the number of legal, financial, and practical issues that intersect within your estate plan. For Texas families, that can...
Summary: An out-of-state executor can serve in Texas after meeting specific probate requirements, including appointing a Texas resident agent for legal papers. Distance can complicate property oversight, court obligations, and family communication, while failure to...
Summary: When a signed original will can’t be located in Texas, a copy or witness evidence may still support probate. The applicant must prove the will’s contents, explain the missing original through a diligent search, and show the decedent didn’t revoke it. If the...
Summary: Texas families can face court involvement, delayed financial access, and medical decision confusion when power of attorney documents are missing or too narrow. A durable power of attorney, medical power of attorney, HIPAA release, directive to physicians, and...
Summary: Estate planning after divorce in Texas may require a review of wills, powers of attorney, beneficiary forms, executor choices, guardianship nominations, trusts, and property plans to reduce confusion and keep documents aligned with current wishes Divorce in...
Medicaid planning in Texas means arranging your income, assets, and legal documents so you qualify for long-term care Medicaid. In 2026, a single applicant can have up to $2,982 a month in income and $2,000 in countable assets. The goal is to qualify while protecting...
If you’re an executor for a loved one’s will or have been appointed as an estate administrator by the courts, you’re likely entering the probate process with many questions about the road ahead. One of the first common questions is “How long does probate take in...
