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What are the Requirements of a Valid Will in Texas?

Texas attorney Rania Combs discusses the statutory requirements of a valid holographic Will and a valid typewritten Will in Texas.

What Happens If You Die Without A Will in Texas?

Most of us know we need a Will. But life is busy. None of us expects to die today, tomorrow or anytime soon. So procrastinating doesn’t seem risky. But if you die without a Will

The Problem with LegalZoom (And Other Do-It-Yourself Estate Planning Solutions)

LegalZoom markets itself as a cheaper alternative to hiring an attorney. As a result, many individuals choose LegalZoom over professional legal services, believing that its documents will be just as effective as those created by

What is a Holographic Will?

A holographic Will is a handwritten Will. And there have been some strange ones. For example, can you imagine writing your will on your bedroom wall? How about the fender of your vehicle? According to

What is a Texas Durable Power of Attorney?

A durable power of attorney is a written document that authorizes another person, known as an agent, to engage in specified business, financial and legal transactions on your behalf. It is called “durable” because it

What is a Self-Proving Affidavit?

A self-proving affidavit is a sworn statement that accompanies a Will. In the case of an attested Will, the testator and all witnesses sign it in the presence of a notary. The self-proving affidavit affirms

LegalZoom vs. Lawyer: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You

LegalZoom and other do-it-yourself document preparation services want you to believe that the process of preparing a Will is as easy as filling in the blanks on standardized forms. They lure you with a cheap

Estate Planning for Special Needs Children

Estate planning is important for all families, but especially so for families with a special needs child. This is because without appropriate estate planning, a well-meaning parent can inadvertently disqualify his or her special needs

Why Do I Need a HIPAA Authorization?

What is HIPAA? The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), is a Federal law that required the establishment of national standards to protect the privacy of patients’ health care information. The Privacy Rule, which

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