Special Needs Trusts
If you are a parent of a child with special needs, a special needs trust (SNT) should be an essential part of your estate planning. Without one, leaving…
FAQs About Wills, Probating a Will
Yes, Texas law allows a convicted felon to serve as an executor if certain conditions are met. In the past, Texas law disqualified anyone with a felony conviction…
FAQs About Trusts
A spendthrift trust is a powerful estate planning tool that can help safeguard inheritances for beneficiaries who may be prone to poor financial decisions. Whether due to immaturity,…
FAQs About Trusts, Trusts, Uncategorized
Retirement accounts often make up a substantial portion of an individual’s estate and warrant thoughtful planning. Naming a trust as the beneficiary of these accounts can offer important…
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Financial fraud targeting seniors is a growing crisis, costing older Americans over $3 billion annually. Scammers target older adults because they often have significant savings, retirement funds, or…
Intestacy, Uncategorized
What Is Intestacy? Intestacy refers to the legal process that determines how a person’s estate is distributed when they die without a valid will. Texas intestacy laws establish…
The Risk of DIY Planning
LegalZoom markets itself as an affordable alternative to hiring an attorney. As a result, many individuals choose LegalZoom over professional legal services, believing that its documents will…
A Letter of Intent (LOI) is an essential document for parents or caregivers that provides critical information about medical needs, routines, preferences, and long-term care plans of a…
Planning for Special Circumstances
Every parent worries about whether their child’s well-being in the event of a tragedy. These concerns are compounded for parents of children with special needs, who may…
FAQs About Trusts, Trusts
Attorney Rania Combs explains how to design a spendthrift trust for beneficiaries if asset protection is your goal.