Being appointed as executor can be a significant responsibility, especially if the estate or family situation is complicated.

DALLAS — Recently, we FINALLY got to the last item on our 'Death Checklist' by tackling wills. But wills needed two parts. So this is the final part of that final item. As you are making a will, be ...

Serving as the executor of your friend’s estate may seem like an honor, but it can also be a huge chore. Here’s what you should know to help you prepare. Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY ...

Far too many of us put off finalizing estate documents because we get hung-up on one or more decisions where we believe we have less than optimal choices. Over my next few posts, I will provide my ...

So what is probate? For those unaware, probate is a process conducted by a court (typically referred to as a probate court) that determines the validity of the deceased person's will. The court also ...

Sometimes clients suggest ideas that lend themselves easily to columns. This column resulted from a comment by a client who had been asked by a relative if he would be willing to serve as executor of ...

A will is an effective way for one to ensure that his property is transferred according to his wishes upon death. A person who makes a will is called a testator. Those who inherit under a will are ...

We’re all influenced by our surroundings, our circumstances and the people who take an interest in how we manage our affairs. When it comes to estate planning and the drafting of wills, trust ...

Q: My mother died in January 2023. My sister is the executor of her estate. When I enquire about what is going on with the probate, she gets hostile and says it's in probate court and she's waiting to ...