Estate Planning Resources

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

Wacky Wednesday: Wills That Make You Go “Hmmm…” – Jeremy Betham

Jeremy Bentham’s will directed that his preserved body be dressed, seated in his chair, displayed in an Auto-Icon, and brought to commemorative gatherings.

How Long Do I Have to Contest a Will in Texas?

Texas generally allows two years to contest a Will after it is admitted to probate, with exceptions for discovered forgery or fraud and legal incapacity.

Can A Parent Appoint A Guardian For An Incapacitated Adult Child ?

Texas parents who are guardians of an incapacitated adult child may appoint a successor guardian by Will or declaration to serve after their death or incapacity.

Does the Absence of a Self-Proving Affidavit Invalidate a Will?

A Texas Will remains valid without a self-proving affidavit if it otherwise meets the requirements for an attested or holographic Will.

Can a Settlor Revoke or Modify a Trust?

The article explains when a Settlor may revoke or modify a trust under Texas law based on whether the trust is revocable or irrevocable.

What are the Inheritance Rights of Adopted Children?

The article explains that in Texas, adopted children and their descendants have the same inheritance rights as biological children when a parent dies without a Will, while adoptive parents may also inherit through an adopted

A Temporary Fix: The Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010

This historical article explains how the 2010 Tax Relief Act temporarily changed federal estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax rules.

If You Eat A Frog First Thing In The Morning, The Rest of Your Day Will Be Wonderful – Mark Twain

The article explains why young parents should overcome procrastination and create an estate plan to protect their children, assets, medical wishes, and financial decisions.

5 Priceless Presents You Should Give Your Family

The article outlines five valuable ways parents can protect and support their families: creating an estate plan, obtaining life insurance, building emergency savings, planning for retirement, and saving for college.

The Greatest Gift

A Christmas reflection explains how caregiving, devotion, and companionship can express love more deeply than expensive gifts.

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