Navigating High-Profile Guardianship Matters in Texas: A Guide to Avoiding Legal Turmoil
A recent high-profile guardianship proceeding has captured the attention of Houston and has shed light on the intricacies and potential...
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Kimberly Hegwood
Jun 29, 20224 min read
Who Can Legally Contest a Will or an Estate in Texas?
In Texas, only those who have “standing” can contest a will or estate. This means beneficiaries and heirs can contest a will, as well as...
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Kimberly Hegwood
Nov 17, 20213 min read
Under What Circumstances Can a Person Be Appointed a Guardian in Texas?
In Texas, a person can be appointed as a guardian under two circumstances. The first circumstance is if a minor loses a parent. When both...
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Kimberly Hegwood
Feb 22, 20182 min read
What to Expect During Probate When There Isn’t a Will
Most people know about a last will and testament that helps transfer assets from an individual who has passed away to their listed...
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Kimberly Hegwood
Jul 14, 20172 min read
Dealing with Non-Probate Assets| Houston Probate Lawyer
As a Houston probate lawyer, I am often asked if every asset a person owns will have to go through the probate process when they die. The...
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Kimberly Hegwood
Apr 12, 20171 min read
Harris County Probate vs. Non-Probate Property – Know the Difference
Many people think that as long as your will clearly defines how you would like to transfer your property at your death, it will be an...
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Kimberly Hegwood
Nov 21, 20162 min read
Saints Owner Will Call Another Play in Fight Over Trusts
The National Football League said “no” to New Orleans Saints owner Tom Benson’s original proposal to remove team ownership from his...
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Kimberly Hegwood
Nov 8, 20162 min read
Celebrity Estate Planning Leaves a Lot to Be Desired
One would think that big stars like Prince would have a team of high-powered advisors, compared to the average Joe and Jane. But that...
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Kimberly Hegwood
Oct 27, 20162 min read
Saving the Home with Long-Term Health Care Demands
The largest asset most people have is their family home. If a senior is in a situation where his or her long-term care insurance is...
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Kimberly Hegwood
Oct 17, 20162 min read
Make a Charitable Donation in Your Will and Watch It Work
The estate planning laws in many states are pretty straightforward for those who want to donate all or part of their estate to charity....
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Kimberly Hegwood
Oct 10, 20163 min read
The Do-It-Yourself Will Can Be a Bargain or a Bust
A majority of Americans (about 66%) don’t have a written will, and for most, it’s something they’ve postponed until later. It’s natural...
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Kimberly Hegwood
Sep 26, 20162 min read
Another Young Actor Dies Without a Will
Young adults and the millennial children of older adults are not who you’d think of as needing estate planning advice. These people are...
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Kimberly Hegwood
Sep 21, 20162 min read
Fred Thompson’s Adult Children Battle Second Wife in Estate Contest
The widow of former U.S. Senator Fred Thompson of Tennessee has asked a probate judge to dismiss a claim filed against his estate by his...
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