How and Where To Store Your Will
A will that’s lost, outdated, or inaccessible can send even the most well-intentioned estate plan straight to probate court.
September 18, 2025
Moving to Another State can Impact Your Will
Wills don’t automatically become invalid when you move. However, state laws can affect how they’re interpreted or enforced.
July 29, 2025
Avoid Using AI to Create a DIY Estate Plan
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the world. However, many overestimate its capabilities. Using AI to create a DIY estate plan might save time now, although time will expose its shortcomings.
July 30, 2024
Mistakes can lead to an Invalid Will
When considering whether to contest a decedent’s Last Will and Testament, an individual should consider whether red flags might be present which may point to a successful basis to challenge a disputed Will.
May 11, 2022
The Estate of The Union Episode 9 out now!
The Estate of The Union Episode 9 out now! In the latest installment, Brad Wiewel of Texas Trust Law chats with Grace Cook of Harrell
September 24, 2021
New Installment of The Estate of The Union Podcast
In this new installment of The Estate of The Union Podcast, Brad Wiewel is joined by Ann Lumley, JD, the Director of After Life Services
September 2, 2021
Handwritten Will can be a Serious Mistake
A holographic will is a will handwritten by the testator (the maker of a will). Holographic wills are recognized in about half of the states in the United States.
June 16, 2021