Generally speaking, no. Probate law does not differ in Houston compared to other locations in Texas. That said, certain aspects of the probate process may vary depending on your location. If you have questions about the probate process in Houston, TX, know you are not alone. Read on to learn more about Texas probate proceedings and how probate law...
Continue ReadingOn the surface, filing for probate is as simple as submitting an application to the appropriate court to initiate the process. In reality, the process is much more nuanced. Probate is the process by which a deceased individual’s estate is administered and transferred to their heirs and beneficiaries after death. If you’re wondering how to get started, we have...
Continue ReadingWhen you lose a loved one, taking care of their estate is rarely how you want to mourn them. But it needs to be done, and you want to do it right. Taking care of the estate requires going through the court, so you wonder whether hiring a probate lawyer would be worth it. Before you reach out to...
Continue ReadingWhen a loved one passes away, those left behind have to manage their estate. Ensuring creditors get paid and assets are appropriately distributed is rarely at the top of anyone’s wish list as they process their grief. But taking care of your loved one’s estate can allow you to help honor their final wishes and carry their legacy forward....
Continue ReadingLosing a loved one is never easy. Managing their estate after they are gone can be stressful and time-consuming, especially when trying to cope with your grief. Probate can be one of the lengthiest parts of estate administration, so it is no wonder that many of our clients start to ask questions like, When is probate required in Texas?...
Continue ReadingFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Robbins Estate Law 8/21/2023 Robbins Estate Law Expands into Houston with Brand New Office Houston, Texas, Robbins Estate Law, is proud to announce the opening of its newest office location in Houston, Texas. Located at 6575 W Loop S #500, Office #542, Bellaire, TX 77401, the new office has opened its doors to Houston’s residents. The...
Continue ReadingLitigation over inheritance is never pleasant. Families can be torn apart when someone believes they are not receiving their fair share, whether right or wrong. The best strategy is to avoid these situations before they happen by enacting a litigation-proof estate plan. Doing so will save your family money, time, and heartache. An experienced attorney at Robbins Estate Law...
Continue ReadingTexas probate courts handle the distribution of a person’s property if they die and leave property that has not been transferred via trust, joint ownership with a right of survivorship, or direct payments. However, not all of a decedent’s property and debt must go through probate. How long does probating an estate without a will take? The answer depends...
Continue ReadingAncillary probate is a legal process used when someone dies with assets in a state other than the state where they lived. It is a supplementary probate process that is required in addition to the main probate proceedings in the decedent’s home state. Ancillary probate ensures that the non-resident assets are properly distributed to the correct beneficiaries. However, it...
Continue ReadingWhen a person passes away, their property is placed into an estate, and their will determines who gets a share of it. Before the beneficiaries can collect their inheritance, the will must go through probate. Probate ensures that a person’s will is valid and that all bills are paid before inheritances are distributed. The probate court may only handle...
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