To be valid, a typewritten Will must be signed in the presence of two witnesses, even if notarized. Unfortunately, her mother didn’t know that. Her mother had signed…
Attorney Rania Combs explains whether adopted children can inherit from both biological parents and adoptive parents under the Texas Intestacy Statutes.
Attorney Rania Combs provides some helpful tips for navigating conversations with someone who is grieving after the loss of a loved one.
An agent named in a durable power of attorney is generally not responsible for the debt of the principal unless they are a party to the debt or…
Estate planning is as important for small estates as for large ones. We all have the potential of becoming incapacitated. Therefore, having documents in place that allows trusted…
Studies estimate that more than 6 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s. And as our population ages, Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia will afflict an increasing number of people.
When a person passes away, they usually leave behind two types of assets: probate assets and non-probate assets. Probate assets are property held under the deceased person’s name.
If you have close relatives, like parents, who are citizens and residents of a foreign country, there is a chance you might receive a gift or inheritance from…