Estate Planning Resources

Articles and guides to help you understand your options for protecting your family and your assets in Texas and North Carolina.

Do I Need to File My Will?

Texas allows a Will to be deposited with the court clerk for $5, but doing so is optional and does not affect its treatment in probate.

Why Do I Need a HIPAA Authorization?

A HIPAA authorization allows a named individual to access protected medical information, including before a medical power of attorney becomes effective.

Can I Select Someone Other Than My Spouse To Make Health Care Decisions for Me?

A person may choose a family member or trusted friend rather than a spouse as a health care agent, but the agent should understand and respect their medical, religious, and moral wishes.

Some Final Thoughts on Selecting a Guardian for Your Children

The article explains why parents should designate a guardian for their children in Texas, reevaluate that choice annually, and amend their Will if needed.

Blawg Review #249

Blawg Review #249, hosted by Slaw and authored by Omar Ha-Redeye, featured a review themed around African slavery in America and mentioned the author's article about problems with LegalZoom.

Estate Planning for Your Digital Estate

This article explains why people should document their digital accounts and passwords and tell loved ones where to find that information after death or incapacity.

Would You Trust a Stranger to Choose a Guardian for Your Children?

The article explains why parents should designate a guardian for their children rather than leave the decision to a judge who may not know their family’s wishes.

My Virtual Law Firm

The article previews a planned Web-based law office designed to help busy Texas parents prepare wills, trusts, and estate plans from home, with a hoped-for launch on January 4, 2010.

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