When you make a filing with the courts or enter an appearance, you are subjecting yourself to the rules of the court. Litigation is a serious matter. It has real-world consequences, like sanctions, which can be very serious. The courts have a number of laws and rules at their disposal to ensure that the parties […]
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If you are expecting a legal problem, you may take steps to move property to others. This may include buying property in the name of a third party. Take for instance a pending divorce or demand letter for a lawsuit that you might lose. Or maybe it is an unpaid IRS debt that continues to […]
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The statistics show that fewer and fewer people are getting married. It is much more common for those who are in a relationship to simply forego the legal or formal process to get married. This can have a number of unforeseen consequences. Take the case of a couple who held themselves out as being married […]
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The foreclosure process can be complex. It can be even more complex when the person who takes out a mortgage dies and the property passes to their beneficiaries or heirs. This can raise questions about the legal and financial responsibilities of both the inheritors of the property and the lender. Who is responsible for the […]
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The validity of a will can be a contentious issue within families. Whether attested or holographic, wills must meet specific criteria to be considered authentic and to be admitted to probate. When allegations of forgery arise, the question becomes: Can the authenticity of a will be proven and what evidence is used to prove the […]
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The probate process involves settling the decedent’s financial obligations, paying debts and taxes, identifying and appraising assets, and distributing the remaining assets to the rightful beneficiaries or heirs. This is a multifaceted process that involves a careful balance of probate laws, family relationships, beneficiary interests, and executor responsibilities. One particularly crucial aspect of the probate […]
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The term “guardianship” refers to the court supervision of an incapacitated person. The court appoints a guardian and grants them legal authority to make personal and/or financial decisions for the incapacitated person. This can be needed if, for example, the incapacitated person owes debts to others. This can be a lengthy process and it can […]
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In Dallas, Texas, Jimmy’s life took a complicated turn when he lost his wife and was faced with navigating the nuances of Texas estate law. His stepson Bob, absent for nearly a decade, unexpectedly inherited a 50% stake in the home Jimmy thought was fully his. Texas Estates Code provides guidelines for what happens when […]
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Lifetime gifts of real estate generally pass outside of the probate process, as they pass prior to probate. However, these transfers are often not discovered until the death of the property owner. This is why these disputes are often part of the probate process. Probate disputes often involve disputes over property that was purportedly or […]
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