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The article explains why incapacity planning matters and describes how a Texas Medical Power of Attorney, Durable Power of Attorney, and Directive to Physicians address medical and financial decisions.
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Using The Descendants and a story about a grieving daughter, the article reflects on how relationships and an advanced directive shape the legacy a person leaves behind.
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The article explains why deeding a home to children before death can create risks involving control, taxes, Medicaid eligibility, creditors, and unexpected heirs, and discusses wills, trusts, and Ladybird Deeds as alternatives.
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The article announces the completed upgrade and exclusive transition to the new Total Attorneys Virtual Law Office platform, highlighting its improved interface and added client communication features.
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A properly funded revocable trust may manage and distribute trust assets at death, but a pour-over Will provides a safety net for property left outside the trust.
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An undated Will can be valid in Texas if it satisfies the applicable capacity, intent, signing, and witnessing requirements.
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The author reflects on her firm’s second anniversary, the growth of web-based law practices, and technology’s role in helping women lawyers balance family commitments with solo practice.
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The Timothy Cole case illustrates how dying without a Will in Texas can allow an estranged parent to inherit under the state's intestacy statutes.
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Rania Combs thanks her family, colleagues, blogging community, and clients while sharing warm wishes for a happy and prosperous new year.
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A contingent trust is created only if specified conditions exist when the testator dies, such as children being under a certain age or an heir being incapacitated.
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