Regardless of whether someone crafted a legally-enforceable estate plan while they were alive, after they’re gone, their affairs need to be put in order. This is, in a nutshell, the job of an estate administrator. Generally, as part of the Texas probate process, an...
It has been widely reported that only one out of every three adults has made the effort to execute a will. Therefore, if you’re taking steps to craft a will or to update an earlier version, you’re lightyears ahead of most of your peers. One of the key steps that...
The law is constantly evolving. Recently, the fields of estate planning and estate administration law have changed significantly due to the ways in which American engagement with online platforms now influences virtually every aspect of modern life. As a result of...
Sitting down to create an estate plan is a task that many adults don’t look forward to, but it’s one that’s crucial if you want to pass down assets to your loved ones or have a say in what will happen if you become incapacitated. For some people, creating trusts is an...
You will include many important features in your estate plan to ensure your passing is easy for your family. For example, you’ll likely assign someone as an executor of your estate to protect and maintain your property and assets. Additionally, you’ll name your...
One type of medical document that people sometimes use when they are doing their estate planning is known as a DNR order. DNR stands for “do not resuscitate” order. Essentially, if a patient’s heart stops beating or they stop breathing, they do not want medical...
Many people understand why they would need a guardianship for a child who is a minor. As they make their estate plan, they may choose a guardian so that, if something happens to them and their spouse, they know that this other individual will care for their child....
A medical power of attorney is a document that you can use when you’re doing your estate planning. It is similar to an advance directive that provides medical instructions for a doctor or care team. But instead of specifically providing instructions, This document...
As you start to get older and begin looking into building up an estate plan, one of the things you have to think about is how you’re going to protect your assets and pass them on to those you love. You have a few options, but many people believe that a will is the...
When creating your estate plan, you may not think about your digital assets. However, things like your email accounts and social media profiles need to be taken care of when you pass away. Knowing how to plan for your digital assets in your estate plan is beneficial....