Does Your Spouse Automatically Get the House? What Texas Law Actually Says
12:15 PM
Event Schedule
On-Demand Webinar: Watch anytime at your convenience
Approximately 30 minutes of educational content
Includes key insights plus answers to commonly asked questions
- Understand what actually happens to your home under Texas law—and when your spouse may not automatically inherit it.
- Learn the difference between community property and separate property, and why it matters for your estate plan.
- Discover when probate is required—even if you have a will—and how it can impact your family.
- See how children from prior relationships or blended families can change how assets are distributed.
- Find out how titling, beneficiary designations, and outdated documents can override your intentions.
- Explore the most common mistakes Texas families make that lead to delays, confusion, and unnecessary legal costs.
- Walk away with clear, practical steps to ensure your home and assets pass the way you intend—without added stress for your loved ones.
Meet Our Estate Planning Attorneys
Our unique background allows us to provide insightful guidance in matters of estate planning, trust & probate administration, and long-term care planning.
Pamela Hailey-Petty
One of the most important things to Pamela is family and she takes the time to help her clients protect what they have built over their lifetime.
Her goal is to ensure that she and her team are helping them achieve their estate planning goals.
Sharissa Baeza
Sharrissa was raised in Central Texas and earned her Law Degree from South Texas College of Law Houston.
She then gained experience in the Estate Planning and Probate Clinics, offering pro bono services to individuals and families within the community.
Kay Covarrubia
Kay has always had a strong passion for estate planning and helping people.
She feels missional about guiding people in the law to protect themselves and their loved ones.
