Surviving Texas Probate: What Happens When There is No Will
Learn what happens when someone dies without a Will in Texas, including determinations of heirship, affidavits of heirship, and options for transferring property.
October 20, 2026
Surviving Texas Probate: How The Court Process Handles Privacy Concerns and Asset Distribution
Many people are surprised to learn that probate is a public court proceeding, potentially exposing personal information about their estate.
October 13, 2026
Surviving Texas Probate: The Basics & What Counts as a Probate Asset
Probate in Texas is a court process that gives someone legal authority to move a loved one’s assets where they belong — and with the
October 6, 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
Texas Blended Families and Texas Probate Homesteads: The House May Not Go Where You Think
For many Texas blended families, the family home is often the most valuable asset in the estate. Unfortunately, it is also one of the assets that creates the most confusion under Texas law.
August 4, 2026
Ex-Spouse Might Be Your Inheritor If Probate Mistakes are Not Avoided
Failing to update your estate plan after a divorce can lead to unintended outcomes, including the possibility that an ex-spouse may still inherit from your estate.
May 20, 2026
Strategies to Avoid Delayed Postmortem Tax Returns
Handling a loved one’s final tax return can be more complicated than expected, often leading to delays that can stall estate administration and distributions.
May 6, 2026
Your Spouse May Not Be the Right Choice for Trustee
While naming a spouse as trustee may seem like the natural choice, it is not always the best decision for managing trusts effectively and protecting beneficiaries.
April 28, 2026
Reducing the Emotional Toll of Probate
When a family loses a loved one, the last thing they need is added stress. However, the probate process often brings paperwork, delays and emotional strain that can weigh heavily on grieving families.
April 8, 2026
Strategies to Keep Inheritance Out of Probate
Avoiding probate helps heirs receive their inheritance more quickly, privately and with less cost.
March 31, 2026