Burleson Probate Lawyer
Probate Representation in Johnson County &
Greater Fort Worth
Call Coontz Cochran for help if your family’s estate is undergoing probate. Our probate attorneys in Burleson understand how to help you get through the process quickly and efficiently. We represent clients in probate proceedings in Johnson County and across the Greater Fort Worth area. Our probate lawyers are ready to help you through your probate case.
What Is Probate?
Typically, when a loved one passes away, their estate property is usually passed on to their family and other loved ones. Any belongings or assets not outlined in an estate plan will go into probate proceedings to be distributed by the government. In many cases, probate proceedings result in huge losses of property as it is liquidated to pay off taxes, personal debts, or business debts.
Get started by calling (888) 858-0536 to speak with a Burleson probate lawyer today.
What Is a Probate Lawyer?
A probate lawyer assists individuals and families after a loved one has passed, and his/her estate must be administered. This assistance may be a little or a lot depending upon the condition of the estate when the owner passed as well as the documents that were left behind. Depending upon the deceased estate plan, his/her estate may be subject to the state’s probate processes or estate litigation. In these instances, hiring a probate attorney may essential.
Why Hire a Probate Lawyer?
Probate is known for being a confusing and frustrating process, especially if your family’s estate is a sizable one. You will have to go through lengthy tax settlements and satisfy any debts the decedent owed. Without the right legal representation and counsel from a dedicated Burleson probate lawyer, the process can take years and drain your family of resources, time, and energy.
What Does an Estate Lawyer Do?
If you do find yourself in the position of dealing with the Texas probate process, an experienced probate lawyer can help with your probate proceedings by:
- Filing Notices to Creditors
- Ensuring Texas laws are followed as your property is distributed
- Counseling you about any issues that may arise
- Fighting for fair and accurate interpretation of a will
- Eliminating unnecessary hurdles to complete probate
- Communicating with executors
Since 1990, our probate attorneys have helped families in Burleson, Johnson County, and Greater Fort Worth by ensuring they have all the information they need to protect their assets.
Does a Will Have to Be Probated in Texas?
In order for the terms of the will to go into effect, it must go through probate in the state of Texas. However, probate is not required for certain assets such as life insurance policies, any property that is under joint tenancy or survivorship community property, as well as living trusts.
There is also the potential to undergo a simplified probate process for smaller estates. Additionally, if there is no will and the property is worth $75,000 or less, then family members can utilize a small estate affidavit.
What Happens if You Don’t Probate a Will in Texas?
If a will exists but does not go through probate within a set period of time of 4 years, then the will essentially becomes void. The property and assets will then be subject to Texas’s intestate succession laws.
Call for a Free Consultation With a Burleson Probate Attorney from Our Firm
Once probate proceedings start, you should make sure you have a knowledgeable attorney on your side who can represent your family’s best interests. The consequences of poorly managed probate can be lasting and result in large losses to your estate. Additionally, disputes during probate can become emotional and leave scars on your family’s relationship. Let our Burleson probate lawyers help you get through these proceedings as smoothly as possible.
Call (888) 858-0536 now or contact us online for a free consultation to learn how our lawyers can help with your family’s probate proceedings. Don't wait, call our probate attorneys in Burleson, TX!
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