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Bloomington Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

The Werner Law Group

3.9
13 Reviews

  • 101 West Goodwin Avenue, Suite 720, Victoria, TX 77901

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • The Werner Law Group is a full-service law firm with a combined 70 years of legal experience. We specialize in civil appeals and have an aggressive family law and probate practice.... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily Law, Bankruptcy, and 45 more

Leslie Werner
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Anderson, Smith, Null & Stofer, L.L.P.

4.5
11 Reviews

  • 4611 E. Airline, Suite 202, Victoria, TX 77904

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Civil Trial, Banking, Probate, Oil & Gas and Employment Law

  • Estate Planning LawyersGeneral Civil Practice, State Government Law, and 9 more

Janis L. Scott
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Cole, Cole, Easley & Sciba, P.C.

4.3
22 Reviews

  • 302 W. Forrest Street, Victoria, TX 77901

  • Law Firm with 8 lawyers3 awards

  • A law firm practicing estate planning law.

  • Estate Planning LawyersPersonal Injury, Accident Injuries, and 25 more

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Rex Easley
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The Werner Law Group

3.9
13 Reviews

  • Serving Bloomington, TX and Victoria County, Texas

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • The Werner Law Group is a full-service law firm with a combined 70 years of legal experience. We specialize in civil appeals and have an aggressive family law and probate practice.... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily Law, Bankruptcy, and 45 more

Leslie Werner
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McManus & Crane, L.L.P.

  • 209 W. Juan Linn, Victoria, TX 77902-2206

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Walker Keeling LLP

  • 120 S. Main, Suite 500, Victoria, TX 77902

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Law Offices of Douglass L. Anderson

  • 201 S. Main St., Ste. B, Victoria, TX 77901

Law Office of W. A. Bill White

  • Victoria, TX 77903-7422

Meier, Bradicich & Moore, LLP

  • Victoria, TX 77902-0550

The Law Office of Pamela D. Orsak

  • 306-B E. Airline Rd., Victoria, TX 77901

Garland Sandhop Jr., P.C.

  • Victoria, TX 77902-2387

Hatley & Lewis, LLP

  • 301 S. Bridge St., Ste. 4, Victoria, TX 77901

Don D. Crawford

  • 304 S. Main, Victoria, TX 77902

Murphree & Murray, L.L.P.

  • One O'Connor Plaza, Suite 525, Victoria, TX 77902-2267

Kliem & Associates

  • 5606 N. Navarro, Ste. 209, Victoria, TX 77904

Carol T. McDonald

  • 104 W. Main St., Ste. B, Edna, TX 77957-2725

Joyce M. Heller

  • 113 E. Constitution, Victoria, TX 77901

Mallette, Pozzi & Cihal

  • 106 East Constitution, Victoria, TX 77901

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Michael A. Johnson

  • Victoria, TX 77902

Roberts, Roberts, Odefey & White

  • 2206 N. Hwy. 35 Bypass, Port Lavaca, TX 77979-5207

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Cullen, Carsner, Seerden & Cullen, L.L.P.

  • 119 South Main Street, Victoria, TX 77902-2938

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Jane E. Lane, Attorney at Law

  • 225 N. Virginia, Ste. 4, Port Lavaca, TX 77979

Brown & Associates

  • 121 S. Main, Victoria, TX 77902

Law Office of Steven S. Kidder

  • 121 South Main St., Victoria, TX 77901

William F. Moeller

  • 1908 North Laurent, Suite 294, Victoria, TX 77903-3547

Law Office of O. F. Jones, III

  • 109 W. Santa Rosa St., Victoria, TX 77902-1830

Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP

  • 2805 N. Navarro, Suite 700, Victoria, TX 77901

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Poynter Law, PLLC

  • 5606 N. Navarro St., Refugio, TX 78377

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Commonly Asked Estate Planning Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Does the family inure the debt the father made without their knowledge once he dies?

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Answered by attorney Charles Richard Perry (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Charles R. Perry
The community property of your mother and father can be reached for the debt that your father incurred. When someone passes away, moreover, their estate is liable for their debts, and any property transferred without those debts being paid can still be reached by creditors to pay the debt, unless those debts are extinguished in a probate proceeding. It seems clear that any creditor of your father will be able to make a claim against the death benefits once they are received, and will be able to "follow" those benefits to whomever receives them. In any event, a person's estate does not pass automatically free and clear of any debts that person may have incurred.
The community property of your mother and father can be reached for the debt that your father incurred. When someone passes away, moreover, their estate is liable for their debts, and any property transferred without those debts being paid can still be reached by creditors to pay the debt, unless those debts are extinguished in a probate proceeding. It seems clear that any creditor of your father will be able to make a claim against the death benefits once they are received, and will be able to "follow" those benefits to whomever receives them. In any event, a person's estate does not pass automatically free and clear of any debts that person may have incurred.
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Will my step-brother be entitled to my mother's estate since he has power-of-attorney?

William R. Pelger
Answered by attorney William R. Pelger
Estate Planning lawyer at Pelger Law
No, only if he is an heir of the estate can he inherit from her. You need to consult with a TX probate lawyer. 
No, only if he is an heir of the estate can he inherit from her. You need to consult with a TX probate lawyer. 

What will happen if my brother and I are executors and beneficiaries to our mother's estate but step-father is still alive?

Kimberly Demetrice French
Answered by attorney Kimberly Demetrice French (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Law Offices of Kimberly D. Moss, PLLC
The terms of your mother's will determine you and your brother's rights, obligations, and duties with regard to settling her estate and the division of her property. If your mother is still mentally capable of doing so, it is a good idea to talk to her about these issues now while she is still alive. The division of her personal property in the home is something that she could do while living, and it would be up to her to include or exclude her husband from the process. It sounds as though your mother is quite ill, so this may not be possible. If you have a copy of your mother's will, it may be a good idea to take it to a local attorney who is knowledgeable about probate law to discuss your concerns.
The terms of your mother's will determine you and your brother's rights, obligations, and duties with regard to settling her estate and the division of her property. If your mother is still mentally capable of doing so, it is a good idea to talk to her about these issues now while she is still alive. The division of her personal property in the home is something that she could do while living, and it would be up to her to include or exclude her husband from the process. It sounds as though your mother is quite ill, so this may not be possible. If you have a copy of your mother's will, it may be a good idea to take it to a local attorney who is knowledgeable about probate law to discuss your concerns.
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