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Warren New, Attorney at Law

  • 319 N. Main St., Denver City, TX 79323

Paul E. Mansur

  • 109 W. 3rd St., Denver City, TX 79323-7306

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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.

I'd like my deceased grandparents house in my name. (They have 3 children) there is no will, I am preparing an affidavit of heirship, is there more?

Terry Lynn Garrett
Answered by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett
Estate Planning lawyer at The Garrett Law Firm, PLLC
After the Affidavit of Heirship has been recorded by the county clerk, the three children of your deceased grandparents can each sign a Special Warranty Deed of Gift deeding their interest to you and record these with the county clerk.  It is not a DIY project.  It is also not expensive.  Hire an attorney to make sure that it gets done right.  Neither occupancy nor paying taxes gives you any ownership interest.
After the Affidavit of Heirship has been recorded by the county clerk, the three children of your deceased grandparents can each sign a Special Warranty Deed of Gift deeding their interest to you and record these with the county clerk.  It is not a DIY project.  It is also not expensive.  Hire an attorney to make sure that it gets done right.  Neither occupancy nor paying taxes gives you any ownership interest.
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What do I do if my mother has passed without signing over a power of attorney?

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Answered by attorney Victor L. Waid (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Law Office of Victor Waid
In light of the fact your mother is deceased, she no longer has the power to execute a power of attorney to anyone. Powers of attorney prepared during life, die when the maker of the power dies.
In light of the fact your mother is deceased, she no longer has the power to execute a power of attorney to anyone. Powers of attorney prepared during life, die when the maker of the power dies.
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How can we see the will?

James Brian Thomas
Answered by attorney James Brian Thomas (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Burdette & Rice, PLLC
In Texas, an interested person can petition the appropriate probate court to compel a person in possession of a Will to deposit the document with the County Clerk. The costs associated with doing so will vary by attorney, but the amount of time involved to achieve this is not substantial. Of course, having the Will deposited only brings it to light. If, as you suspect, there are reasons to believe that the document is not genuine or does not reflect the true intentions of the decedent, you can expect quite a fight. Probate litigation, like anything else, can become very expensive very quickly. Many attorneys handle matters like this on an hourly rate basis, while others may take the case on a contingency arrangement. Visit with a probate attorney near you now, as the issue will not resolve itself in your favor.
In Texas, an interested person can petition the appropriate probate court to compel a person in possession of a Will to deposit the document with the County Clerk. The costs associated with doing so will vary by attorney, but the amount of time involved to achieve this is not substantial. Of course, having the Will deposited only brings it to light. If, as you suspect, there are reasons to believe that the document is not genuine or does not reflect the true intentions of the decedent, you can expect quite a fight. Probate litigation, like anything else, can become very expensive very quickly. Many attorneys handle matters like this on an hourly rate basis, while others may take the case on a contingency arrangement. Visit with a probate attorney near you now, as the issue will not resolve itself in your favor.
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