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Grandview 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).

Michael R. Kurmes Attorney at Law, PLLC

5.0
75 Reviews

  • Serving Grandview, TX and Johnson County, Texas

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Trust Your Legal Need To A Local Firm With The Right Experience! Call Today to Schedule Your Initial Consultation!

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Bob Leonard Law Group, PLLC

3.8
49 Reviews

  • Serving Grandview, TX and Johnson County, Texas

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers3 awards

  • Board Certified in Family Law Attorney in Fort Worth Texas. Divorce, Child Custody, Adoption, Guardianship. Bob Leonard is also and experienced probate attorney for probate with a... Read More

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Cain & Associates Attorneys at Law

4.8
29 Reviews

  • Serving Grandview, TX and Johnson County, Texas

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Commercial Litigation, Trial, Appeals, General Litigation, Probate, Banking Law, Consumer Law, Construction Law, Real Estate Litigation, Oil and Gas Litigation, Business Law,... Read More

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Bailey & Galyen, Attorneys at Law

3.7
80 Reviews

  • Serving Grandview, TX and Johnson County, Texas

  • Law Firm with 34 lawyers2 awards

  • “Our experienced attorneys have aggressively represented injury victims for over 40 years. Let Bailey & Galyen solve your legal puzzle. Contact us today!”

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Estate planning attorneys help individuals prepare for the management and distribution of their assets after death or incapacitation. They create legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Their work ensures a client’s wishes are honored, minimizes potential taxes, and simplifies the process for their loved ones.

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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.

Is it customary that beneficiary decendancy go to direct heirs, by bloodline, of a trust when an heir dies?

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Answered by attorney Edward L. Armstrong (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Edward L. Armstrong, P.C.
It is not clear if the deceased's spouse was alive at his death. If she was alive at his death and she was omitted from the trust for whatever reason she would have the right to elect to take against the estate but the election must be made rapidly. If an estate was opened in the probate division of the circuit court (if the trust was contained in a will this would be the case). That election would have to be made within six months of the grant of Letters Testamentary or Letters of Administration. If the spouse has since died at the very least an estate should be opened for her. The heirs of the wife need to hire counsel to protect their rights.
It is not clear if the deceased's spouse was alive at his death. If she was alive at his death and she was omitted from the trust for whatever reason she would have the right to elect to take against the estate but the election must be made rapidly. If an estate was opened in the probate division of the circuit court (if the trust was contained in a will this would be the case). That election would have to be made within six months of the grant of Letters Testamentary or Letters of Administration. If the spouse has since died at the very least an estate should be opened for her. The heirs of the wife need to hire counsel to protect their rights.
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Dad is widowed has a girl friend that he left as sole beneficiary did not mention his kids in the will what can we do if anything

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Answered by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett
Estate Planning lawyer at The Garrett Law Firm, PLLC
In Texas people can leave their things to whomever they wish.  You might consider contesting the Will if you have evidence tending to prove fraud, lack of legal capacity or undue influence.  Your description indicates none of these.  The last two can be very difficult to prove.  A Will contest can cost as much or more than you might inherit with no guaranty that you will win.
In Texas people can leave their things to whomever they wish.  You might consider contesting the Will if you have evidence tending to prove fraud, lack of legal capacity or undue influence.  Your description indicates none of these.  The last two can be very difficult to prove.  A Will contest can cost as much or more than you might inherit with no guaranty that you will win.
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When you become an administrator of an estate, how do you know your duties?

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Answered by attorney Gerald A Bagazinski (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Gerald A. Bagazinski
Even if you want to do this yourself, you should seek the advice of an attorney. It is very important to understand your duties because if you fail the court can surcharge you for any deficiency. SCAO form 573 must be sent to the beneficiaries. This form sets forth notice of your appointment and your duties.
Even if you want to do this yourself, you should seek the advice of an attorney. It is very important to understand your duties because if you fail the court can surcharge you for any deficiency. SCAO form 573 must be sent to the beneficiaries. This form sets forth notice of your appointment and your duties.
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