Are My Children Entitled to My Money?
“Adult children may anticipate, but are not legally entitled, to an inheritance.”
How to Defend a Will Contest
“The news is full of stories about the famous who didn’t bother to make a will to dispose of their substantial fortunes. Although many others did make a plan, various issues with their testamentary documents have led to costly and protracted litigation.”
How Do I Contest a Will?
“Being disinherited or left out of a will is the last thing you want to discover in the wake of losing a loved one. Although it can be very hurtful to not be included, the fact that a person is disinherited does not necessarily indicate foul play.”
What Shouldn’t Be Put in a Will?
“While the number of older Americans with wills has been dropping in recent years, that doesn’t mean you should forego this legal document.”
Why Is Family of a Texas Governor Fighting over His Estate?
“The Kate Marmion Charitable Foundation, an entity created to support people and programs in Uvalde and South Texas, has become ensnared in a lawsuit involving the family of the late former Gov. Dolph Briscoe Jr.”
When Exactly Do I Need to Update My Will?
“It is also important to realize that it isn’t merely “why” you are updating your will, but “when” you are updating that can make all the difference. Acting too late (or too early) may mean your changes are no longer appropriate or even immediately invalidated.”
