by Brian Hill | Oct 26, 2017 | News & Tips
As an attorney, believe me, I’ve seen everything in Court. No attorney wants to be representing a clients who is not dressed for success. I once had an elderly woman show up to Court in bikini swimwear. The Court would not hear the case which wasted...
by Brian Hill | Oct 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
Why are Wills Important in the State of Texas? Wills in Texas are especially vital to ensure the protection of your estate and family. Unfortunately, many people don’t truly understand the significance of having this important document. Clients young and old tend to...
by Brian Hill | Oct 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
According to Texas Estates Code Chapter 258, anytime a new probate case is filed to probate a will or determine and heirship or open an administration, a citation is required to be posted to “all persons interested in the estate.†This is typically done by posting...
by Brian Hill | Oct 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
When a probate case is opened in Texas, there are typically two types of required citations: the Citation by Posting, also known as the Poster Citation and the Personal Citation. There is also a Citation by Publication. This post will address the Personal Citation. In...
by Brian Hill | Oct 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
From time to time, I am contacted by potential clients regarding the Affidavit of Heirship as an alternative to the probate process. The Affidavit of Heirship is contained in Texas Estates Code Chapter 203. If your loved one left a will, it is best not to use an...
