Texas Probate Lawyers
After losing a loved one, it is difficult to think about the legal process of wrapping up their estate. An experienced probate attorney at The Law Offices of Coats & Todd can take care of the legal issues for you so that you may grieve and focus on your family. Our attorneys will gather the assets, and make sure that the wishes of the deceased are carried out with regard to the payment of the debts and division of property.
Muniment of Title and Estate Administration
If someone dies and leaves a will, there are two options for transferring their property. One is muniment of title, which is a process that is unique to Texas. In this situation, no administrator or executor is necessary. The transfer of real estate titles is made without the need for creating a new deed.
For more complex estates, an administrator (or executor) is either appointed by the court or named in the deceased's will. The administrator will receive letters of testamentary from the court outlining their responsibilities.
An independent administrator is one named in the will or elected by all of the beneficiaries to serve as executor. Independent administrators do not need court approval to administer the estate.
Estate administrators fulfill the same duties the court would perform: collecting the assets, paying any debts and distributing the assets to heirs. There are a few additional legal requirements; we can help you with them.
Need Assistance?
Probate can be a confusing process. At The Law Offices of Coats & Todd, our attorneys understand Texas probate law. We can help your family during the probate process, providing guidance and litigation, if necessary. Please call our Richardson office at 972-671-9922 for an appointment. We serve clients from Plano and the surrounding area. We offer flat pricing for probate cases.
