Estate planning

When someone dies, a big step is to figure out what happens to the estate. If the person who passed has a will, the process is typically easier and less messy, although this is not always the case. If the person did not have a will, there is more involvement of the...

If you and your spouse have made the decision to separate, you may also be evaluating some longer-term decisions. Depending on your situation, the separation may provide time for the two of you to heal issues in your marriage or it may be the first step to getting...

When your disabled child was young, you took steps to meet his or her needs. Now that your son or daughter has grown into an adult, you are probably looking for ways to continue to provide basic support. Establishing a special needs trust as part of your overall...

Texas residents like you build your estate plans from the ground up. One of the most crucial pillars is your executor. It is important to find one that suits your needs well. What if your executor cannot fulfill their duties to your standard? It may jeopardize your...

Sometimes, an estate plan needs to change. In today’s world, relationships become fractured. Families may become estranged. No matter the reason, sometimes, parents seek to disinherit a child. Now, this is a decision that no one should take lightly. It can cause a lot...

You have options in deciding who takes care of your children in the event of a sudden and unexpected death. If your spouse dies tragically along with you, the state of Texas may appoint a guardian over your children if no other plans or arrangements exist.  Courts...

Many people in Austin may fall into the trap of thinking that estate planning is something that they only need to concern themselves with as they approach their elder years. While it is true that, in general, younger people have lower mortality rates, no one...

While not the most joyful of topics to think about for estate planning, you must decide what type of end-of-life care you want if you cannot voice your desires. No matter how young or old you are, you do not know when tragedy may befall you and leave you...

When you are able to find love again after a prior divorce or after the loss of a spouse to death, you have many reasons to feel hopeful about your future. If you and your new partner are discussing formalizing your relationship by getting married, you may be wise to...

Divorcing in Texas leaves many couples with children from multiple marriages. Without even a basic will, a person’s wishes for the division of their assets may not happen. An estate plan can help a spouse provide for their second spouse while leaving something behind...