by Hailey-Petty Law Firm | Apr 26, 2023 | Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts
Now that tax season is over, it’s time to turn our attention to getting organized and making updates to our estate plans. Estate planning updates may not be at the top of your to-do list, but it’s important to ensure that your plans are up-to-date and...
by Hailey-Petty Law Firm | Apr 21, 2023 | Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trusts
Texas is known for its unique culture, and this extends all the way to its legal system. The probate process, in particular, is distinct from that of many other states, and it’s important to understand how it works. In this post, we’ll discuss several...
by Hailey-Petty Law Firm | Apr 14, 2023 | Marriage
Couples can make a lot of assumptions, as we all do. We may believe something we have on “good authority.” For example, couples may have an idea about how Texas deals with community property and the right of survivorship. However, that understanding may not be...
by Hailey-Petty Law Firm | Mar 21, 2023 | Estate Planning, Wealth and Estates, Wills, Wills & Trusts
Leaving an inheritance is a significant financial decision that can impact both the giver and the receiver. While most people assume an inheritance is something passed down at the time of death, the truth is that many people choose to distribute inheritances to their...
by Hailey-Petty Law Firm | Feb 21, 2023 | Estate Planning, Wealth and Estates, Wills
With the influx of websites offering DIY legal services, it might be tempting to save some money and plan your estate by yourself. This, however, is probably not the best course of action. Determining how to distribute the assets you’ve worked a lifetime to accrue—as...
