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Estate planning and probate attorneys serve crucial roles in the realm of personal asset management and posthumous wishes fulfillment. Here is an exploration of their contributions in a distinct manner:
Our Houston Attorneys offer assistance in drafting wills and establishing trusts.
Proficient in tax laws, our lawyers devise strategies to minimize estate and gift taxes, often translating into substantial savings for your heirs.
Particularly vital for parents of minors, estate planning lawyers facilitate the appointment of guardians who would responsibly care for your children if unforeseen circumstances befall you.
These attorneys help formulate comprehensive healthcare directives, encompassing living wills and medical powers of attorney. Such documents articulate your medical treatment preferences should you be incapacitated.
Estate planning experts aid in establishing financial powers of attorney, designating individuals to manage your financial matters in scenarios of incapacitation.
Their expertise guides you through designating beneficiaries for assets like retirement accounts and life insurance policies. This precision ensures congruence with your broader estate plan.
Upon a person's demise, their estate often undergoes the legal process of probate, orchestrating asset distribution and debt resolution. Probate lawyers counsel the executor or administrator through this intricate process.
Attorneys specialized in probate verify the authenticity and compliance of the deceased's will with legal requisites. Any challenges to the will's credibility are addressed professionally.
These legal professionals deftly navigate disputes that may emerge among beneficiaries, creditors, or family members in the course of probate. They facilitate resolution, aiming for equitable asset distribution.
Probate lawyers spearhead the compilation of an exhaustive inventory of the departed individual's assets and obligations. This comprehensive list serves as a cornerstone for the probate journey.
They play a pivotal role in settling the deceased's outstanding debts, ensuring that rightful creditors are duly compensated from the estate's resources.
Following the resolution of debts and tax matters, probate attorneys oversee the meticulous allocation of assets to beneficiaries, meticulously adhering to the will's dictates or relevant state regulations.
WILLS & PROBATE
Estate planning is the process of creating arrangements for an estate after a person has passed away. Everyone has an estate comprising their assets, such as properties, bank accounts, vehicles, investments, and personal belongings. When creating an estate plan, people develop a document telling the person over their estate what to do with their belongings.
SERVICES:
> Expert advice to determine the best plan for your specific situation
> Last will & testament
> Estate planning
> Legal advice on updating or changing your estate plan
> Probate the estate of a loved one after their death
Cost:
A simple Will document starts at $500
Will Package for an Individual: $1,500
Will Package for a Married Couple: $2,000
Packages can include:
> Customized Will
> Financial Power of Attorney
> Medical Power of Attorney
> Living Will
> HIPAA Release
> Will Execution Ceremony
Probate administration starts at $1,500
LIVING TRUSTS
Living trusts are legal documents that manage assets, properties, and estates. An individual makes a living trust while he or she is still alive. One reason families often opt to have a Living Trust is because, in the state of Texas, you can typically avoid the probate process when you have one. For instance, if you transfer property to the trust prior to your death, the property distribution would avoid probate transfer because the property was not held in your name or owned by you, it is owned by your trust.
Cost:
Living Trust Package is $3,200, which includes the Will Package plus all other required documents to include a living trust (see below).
> Living Trust Documents
> Customized Will
> Financial Power of Attorney
> Medical Power of Attorney
> Living Will
> HIPAA Release
> Will execution Ceremony
Powers of Attorney
An important part of planning for future events is preparing for the unexpected. Ensure that your matters are handled correctly in the event you are unable to with our Power of Attorney documents.
> Living Wills
> Advanced Healthcare Directives
> Medical Power of Attorney
> Financial Powers of Attorney
> College Student Power of Attorney ($250)
Cost:
Flat fees start at $200
Rush turnaround is available.
Legal Agreements
Sometimes, a legal, financial agreement is the best course of action to ensure both parties remain protected. SimpleLawTX maintains confidentiality throughout this process, advising clients on how best to protect their current and future financial situation.
Cost:
Flat fee starting at $1,500
Our probate and estate planning lawyer, Carey Worrell, takes a no-BS approach to law. She aims to lend her expertise in probate and estate planning matters to guide her clients and resolve their family matters effectively and quickly so you can have peace of mind.
Carey brings 20 years of experience to her clients. After working with both small and big firms, she has brought her fast-paced, high-quality experience to her law firm so she can quickly resolve her client's matters.
Carey understands that probate matters require a delicate and personalized touch. At SimpleLawTX, we get to know our clients, their needs, and their vision for the future of their families. Carey takes the time to understand each client's specific needs and concerns, ensuring they feel heard and supported throughout the legal process.
At SimpleLawTX, our clients are our priority. We aim to provide efficient and no-BS legal services in Houston, TX. Our no-BS approach to legal services leaves many clients satisfied. We want to help you with your family's legal needs! Read more about the advantages of working with us here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SimpleLawTX wants to help you with your estate law needs. As one of the high-quality probate lawyers in Houston, TX, we have helped numerous clients with our simplified, highly professional legal services. We value everyone’s time and strive to create a seamless client experience. Contact us today to request a consultation to discuss your situation.
Creating a will can be a complicated process. When writing a will, the person must name an executor to handle the will after the person passes away. They must also outline guardians for their children and plans for pets, real estate, and other assets. In today’s digitally charged world, there is an extra component that many people do not think to include in their wills.
While it is an option to create your own will, we do not recommend this. To ensure your will is complete and legal, we recommend you speak to a family attorney. SimpleLawTX helps clients write wills, living trusts, and powers of attorney regularly. We want to help you, too, so call us to request a consultation!
Even with a will, it can be beneficial to have a probate lawyer help navigate the complexities of the probate process, ensure compliance with Texas law, and address any disputes that may arise. A probate lawyer can also help execute the will according to its terms, making the process smoother and faster.
Yes, there are several ways to avoid probate in Texas, including setting up living trusts, joint ownership with right of survivorship, and designating beneficiaries on financial accounts (like retirement accounts and life insurance). A probate lawyer can provide guidance on these options and help set up the necessary arrangements.
In short, yes. Estate planning is vital for everyone. If you do not have a plan for your estate, the state you live in is responsible for making the decisions for you when you pass away. An estate plan lets your family know your plans and wishes. It’s essential to have a will in place long before it must be executed.
Estate lawyers help clients plan for what happens to their belongings and assets after they pass away. This can include drafting a will or living trust, assigning power of attorney, or designating beneficiaries. A carefully designed estate plan will save someone’s family a lot of time and effort during an already difficult time.
If someone dies intestate (without a will) in Texas, their assets are distributed according to state intestacy laws. The court will appoint an administrator to manage the estate, and assets will be distributed to relatives based on their degree of kinship.
A probate lawyer can help ensure that the estate is administered fairly and efficiently. SimpleLawTX wants to help! Call us at 281-697-6678.
