
Under Texas Law an Unmarried Partner is Often Treated as a Legal Stranger
Many Texas couples spend years building a life together without ever getting married. They share a home. They share expenses. They may help raise children

Many Texas couples spend years building a life together without ever getting married. They share a home. They share expenses. They may help raise children

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.

The reality is that if you do not create an estate plan, Texas already has one for you. The question is whether you will like it.

The Estate of The Union Podcast – Estate Planning Challenges Blended Families Face In Texas is out now. In this episode of Estate of the

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.

Creating a strong plan for a loved one with a disability can feel overwhelming. A special needs trust offers a clear path to protect assets

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.

Donor-advised funds offer a flexible and tax-efficient way to support charitable causes, while maintaining control over how and when donations are distributed.

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.

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.