
Think Your Spouse Automatically Inherits Your House? Not in Texas.
Event Schedule
- 12:15 – 12:30 PM: Presentation
- 12:30 – 12:40 PM: Open Question Forum
- 12:40 – 12:45 PM: Wrap Up
- Why your spouse might not legally inherit the house in Texas and how to make sure they’re protected
- How separate and community property rules affect what your family gets when you’re gone
- What happens if you die without a will and why your spouse could end up sharing the house with your kids, parents, or siblings
- The real differences between a will and a trust and when each one makes sense for Texas families
- How to avoid probate court completely and keep your family out of long, expensive legal fights
- Why relying on outdated assumptions or online templates could leave your spouse vulnerable
- Clear steps to get your house, your assets, and your final wishes locked in before the state gets involved
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.