Losing a loved one is one of the most devastating things a person can experience. At The J. Wilson Law Firm , we are here for you in this difficult moment. Our Round Rock estate planning lawyer knows what you are going through and can provide the empathetic guidance you need to navigate each stage of the process.
Our attorneys have an in-depth understanding of the complexities and requirements involved in probate cases and will leverage our knowledge to make estate settlement as straightforward and painless as possible. Schedule an initial consultation by calling or contacting us online. We offer flexible payment plans and provide our legal services in English and Portuguese. When a person passes away, someone will need to file a motion to initiate the probate process with the appropriate Texas court.
Ideally, the deceased will have written and validated a will, which should name a personal representative. If no valid will exists, the probate judge will appoint a personal representative — typically an immediate relative of the deceased. The personal representative has numerous responsibilities during probate, including:. Our estate planning attorneys understand this process may initially seem overwhelming.
Our legal team at The J. Wilson Law Firm regularly helps personal representatives fulfill their responsibilities, overcome obstacles, and manage conflicts. If a will is contested, we are prepared to fervently represent you in and out of the courtroom. If you are still in the process of building your own estate plan, we encourage you to consider naming a legal professional to serve as your personal representative.
While entrusting your estate to a trusted family member can make sense on paper, it can end up burdening an already grieving loved one in practice.
