Category Archives: Probate Litigation
Strategic Guidance for High-Net-Worth Individuals in the Probate Process
At Ford + Bergner, LLP, we recognize that high-net-worth individuals face unique challenges when it comes to estate… [...]
What Are Common Grounds for Probate Litigation in Houston?
Did you know that the death of a loved one is considered to be one of life's greatest… [...]
Having an executor removed isn’t always a simple undertaking
It can be disappointing and frustrating to learn after a loved one has passed away that they named… [...]
3 instances when beneficiaries may contest a will
Contesting a will involves disputing its validity upon the testator’s demise. Typically, most people who contest a will… [...]
What does Texas law say about executor compensation?
Whether you’re considering someone’s request that you be the executor (also known as “personal representative”) of their estate… [...]
Heir woes: Can creditor claims exhaust all probate estate assets?
Probate brings up plenty of worries for a decedent’s heirs. For one, they may worry that creditor debt… [...]
Pursuing probate litigation against the estate administrator
When a person dies, their estate will be subject to probate unless they titled the assets jointly or… [...]
Time is of the essence with probate disputes
For many people, the loss of a loved one is often a confusing and emotional time that can… [...]
What is undue influence, and how can you prove it?
Undue influence is among the reasons the court can revoke a will. It occurs when the person making… [...]
3 steps to take before selling real estate in probate proceedings
Real property often constitutes the majority of someone's personal wealth. If you have to manage someone's estate and… [...]
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