The Common Law Relative dies with a will – what next? (Part 2) BY JOE MARRS, FRI., MARCH 4, 2022 A relative passed away recently and the duty has fallen to me to wind up her affairs. She left a will. Where do I start? Can I do this without a lawyer? Last month's...
The Common Law Relative dies with a will – what next? BY JOE MARRS, FRI., FEB. 4, 2022 A relative passed away recently and the duty has fallen to me to wind up her affairs. She left a will. Where do I start? Can I do this without a lawyer? Coping with a death in the...
Eminent domain refers to the government’s right to take land for public use. If you are a property owner in Texas, you may be contacted by an agency and offered a settlement in exchange for your land. The condemnation process can be very stressful for Texas...
The last will and testament is one of the most important documents a person could create. A will outlines how your estate is handled following your death, ensuring that the right people receive the right assets. However, not all wills are legally valid. If you believe...
If you are involved in the establishment of a trust or a will, you may hold some assumptions about the way they work. The probate and trust processes in Texas can be highly complex. As a result, many myths and misconceptions have appeared around wills and trusts....
Estate planning is a critical activity that every person should engage in. This process involves identifying your assets and detailing how you want your property to be handled after you pass away or if you are suddenly incapacitated. Without a proper estate plan in...
The Common Law Intestacy: No will, several ways BY JOE MARRS, FRI., JAN. 7, 2022 A relative passed away recently, and the duty has fallen to me to wind up her affairs. We don't know if she left a will. What can I do? First, listen closely to the lesson the deceased is...
An executor is a person who has the legal responsibility to take care of any financial obligations you owe following your death. You want to ensure someone handles your outstanding bills and divides your assets according to your wishes, and choosing the right executor...
Court of Appeals affirms Seminary's claim under J.B. Wells's last will to arena and park property. 13-18-00161-CV Court of Appeals Thirteenth District of Texas In Re Estate of JB Wells Jr., Deceased
As America's population ages, demand for elder law attorneys grows By MARC DAVIS ... Joseph Marrs, an attorney based in Houston who focuses his practice in estate and trust litigation, has noted an increase in his practice of elder law-related cases. “Elder law...