Wills

A will is the foundation of most estate plans. It lets you name who will inherit your property, who will serve as executor, and who will care for your minor children if something happens to you.

What is a Holographic Will?

A holographic Will is a handwritten Will. And there have been some strange ones. For example, can you imaging writing a will on your bedroom wall? How about the fender of your vehicle? According to

Is A Fill-In-The-Blank Will Valid in Texas?

John was just about to go on vacation. He wanted to have a Will in place in case a tragic accident occurred. So, he did what many Americans do: he searched for a Will form

What Happens If You Die Without A Will in Texas?

If you die without a Will in Texas, also known as dying intestate, your property may pass in ways you may not have anticipated. That’s because when someone dies without a Will in Texas, the

How Do I Revoke a Will in Texas?

If your life has changed since your signed your will likely needs to change too. Marriage, divorce, the birth or adoption of a child, a move to another state, and big inheritance, or simply a

Does a Will Need to be Notarized in Texas?

The short answer is no. Texas law doesn’t require a will to be notarized in order for it to be valid. That said, a valid Texas will must meet certain requirements for it to be

How Does Divorce Affect a Previous Will In Texas?

Although there are no hard and fast rules about how often you should update your will, certain life changes, such as a divorce, will trigger a need to do so. But what happens if you

What are the Requirements of a Valid Will in Texas?

Texas attorney Rania Combs discusses the statutory requirements of a valid holographic Will and a valid typewritten Will in Texas.

Can I Disinherit My Spouse In Texas?

Texas is a community property state. The law presumes that all property a couple acquires during the marriage belongs equally to both spouses, unless it was received by gift, inheritance, or descent. If you have

What Are the Requirements of a Valid Will in North Carolina?

A Will is valid in North Carolina when the person signing is at least 18 and of sound mind, intends the document to serve as their Will, and signs it with the proper formalities for

Common Terminology in Wills and Estate Planning

Lawyers use a lot of terminology when talking about Wills and estate planning, assuming that everyone knows what they mean. It can feel awkward to ask for clarification, even when the terms matter. The short

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