Introduction When it comes to giving gifts, we usually think of happy occasions like birthdays and Christmas. But what about when someone is nearing the end of their life? In Texas, there is a provision for what’s known as a Causa Mortis gift. This allows a person to give away property or possessions that they...KEEP READING

Legal Terminology Letter Testamentary Documents that the probate court provides to the executor of the deceased estate in order to enforce the terms of the deceased person’s will. Texas Law For counties that lack a statutory probate court, all probate matters will be heard by the county court. If the probate matter is contested, either...KEEP READING

When you die, your property will generally go through probate court in order to be transferred to your heirs. However, there are some ways to keep your property out of probate court. If you want to keep your house out of probate court when you die, here are a few things you can do. Overview...KEEP READING