The One Form Blended Families Always Forget to Update
Updating a beneficiary designation is not hard. The reason this problem is so common isn’t complexity — it’s neglect.
September 9, 2026
A Prenuptial Agreement Might Be Your Blended Family’s Best Estate Planning Tool
Most people assume estate planning begins with a will or trust. For many blended families, it begins much earlier.
September 1, 2026
Zach Wiewel Named a Texas Rising Star for Third Consecutive Year
This exclusive recognition identifies the top 2.5 percent of lawyers in Texas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.
August 28, 2026
The Estate of The Union Podcast – Probate Challenges Facing Texas Blended Families
New spouse. Old will. That combo can quietly cut your kids out of everything — or hand your money to an ex. Here’s how to fix it.
August 25, 2026
Texas Law Can Put Your Ex-Spouse in Charge of Your Children’s Inheritance
Parents in Texas blended families often have one overriding concern: protecting their children. They want to know where their children will live if something happens
August 18, 2026
Texas Community Property Laws Can Create Problems for Blended Families
Blended families often assume the property they bring into a marriage will remain theirs and pass according to their wishes. Unfortunately, Texas law is not always that simple.
July 15, 2026
The Estate of The Union Podcast – Estate Planning Challenges Blended Families Face In Texas
The Estate of The Union Podcast – Estate Planning Challenges Blended Families Face In Texas is out now. In this episode of Estate of the
July 13, 2026
Becoming a Parent Means Rethinking Your Estate Plan
Welcoming a child into your family changes more than your daily routine. It creates new legal and financial responsibilities that should be reflected in a comprehensive estate plan.
July 7, 2026
Texas Seniors Who Are Aging On Their Own Need To Have An Estate Plan
As more adults enter their later years without a spouse, children or close family support, the need for thoughtful, proactive estate planning has never been greater.
June 16, 2026
A Life Estate can Benefit Your Spouse in Life and a Charity in Death
A life estate can allow a surviving spouse to remain in the family home, while ensuring that the property ultimately passes to a chosen beneficiary, such as a church or charitable organization.
June 2, 2026