Estate Planning Resources

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

Will My Estate Be Responsible For My Student Loans?

Statistically, having a bachelor’s degree doubles your lifetime earning potential. But that degree often comes with a high cost, which most families are unable to afford without a loan. According to a recent study, approximately

Why Do I Need A Will?

Each state has a vested interest in the orderly transfer of property after someone dies. It’s so important, in fact, that if you don’t have a will, the state creates one for you. Each state

Who Can Contest a Will In Texas?

According to Section 55.001 of the Texas Estates Code, any person interested in an estate can contest a will. The Estates Code defines an “interested” person as: Heirs, devisees, spouses, creditors, or any others having

Does a Will Need to be Notarized in Texas?

In Texas, Wills do not need to be notarized to be valid.  However, the required formalities of a valid Texas Will differ depending on whether the will is an attested Will or a holographic Will. What

Who Inherits When Unmarried Sibling Dies Without a Will in Texas

When an unmarried sibling dies without a will in Texas, the distribution of his estate will depend on whether he has any surviving descendants or parents. If he is survived by descendants, the Texas Estates

Wacky Will Wednesday: Wills That Make You Go Hmmm… – James Doohan

NB: This post is part of a series highlighting wills that contain some interesting, and sometimes bizarre, bequests and stipulations. You can see all these posts here. If you are a Star Trek fan like

Is an Unsigned Will Valid in Texas?

Last week, I discussed why estate planning is important despite our optimistic outlook for the future. The article was prompted by an email I received about a man, “Tom,” who believed he was well until

Hoping For the Best Shouldn’t Keep Us From Preparing for the Worst

We Americans are an optimistic bunch. Despite our economic downturn, the majority of us are optimistic about our futures and being in control of our lives. Our optimism bleeds into our personal outlook for the

Limited Scope Legal Services

When I shared my plans to start a Web-based law practice several years ago, most attorneys I told were a bit skeptical that it would work. Very few attorneys were practicing in the virtual realm,

Selecting An Agent For Your Power Of Attorney

If you were to become incapacitated, who would pay your utility bills, file your taxes or otherwise manage your financial affairs? If you have not legally named someone to act on your behalf, it may

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