She also had over ten thousand dollars in her bank account that my older sister has emptied out excep100 dollars ,can she sell the estate ,do I need a lawyer
answered on Mar 11, 2022
Yes, you will need an attorney to represent you in Administration and Heirship proceedings. An administrator for the estate would need to be appointed to have the power to sale property. As for the bank account, the account set up would need to be reviewed to see who owed the account. please feel... View More 
I live in Texas, I will be inheriting abt $3,000 from my fathers passing back in November. I'm on SSI (
answered on Feb 25, 2022
We are not able to quote services as all cases are different. We would need to speak with you and have a full understanding of what you are needing to give you a correct answer to your question. Please feel free to call our office and schedule a free consultation.
What steps do I need to take?
answered on Feb 21, 2022
The next step would be to probate his estate so that assets can be transferred. Probate of the estate can go a few ways but generally is the probate of a Last Will and Testament, which is the ideal probate, or by submitting an Application for Administration with heirship proceedings if there was... View More
He wants to put property in trust for the kids. If something were to happen to one of us can the other change or sell property?
answered on Jan 7, 2022
Good Afternoon, Yes we can help with creating a Trust. Please call my office and speak with my calendar coordinator Sarah to schedule a free initial consultation. Thank you for reaching out and we hope to hear from you soon!
Can I give the share of my mother's house to my wife.
answered on Oct 28, 2021
If you truly own interest in a property that is in your name, generally speaking, you may convey it to other individuals. While an attorney would need more information to determine how to accomplish this, this can typically be established by a quick consultation over the phone.
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