by Hailey-Petty Law Firm | Jan 18, 2022 | Wealth and Estates, Wills
Trusts have become an increasingly common estate planning vehicle to protect assets from costly probate court proceedings and potential tax consequences. In addition, trusts provide privacy and can be used to place assets beyond the reach of creditors. They are a...
by Hailey-Petty Law Firm | Nov 18, 2021 | Elder Law, Local
Summer is over and the holiday season is in full force. Thanksgiving is just a few days away and Christmas will be here before you know it. As the latest wave of Covid-19 continues to recede, in-person gatherings seem increasingly likely and for many, this brings...
by Hailey-Petty Law Firm | Jun 17, 2021 | Estate Planning
Texas is known for its big skies, generous portion sizes, and straightforward probate process. Anyone who has ever played with a Rubik’s Cube knows that straightforward doesn’t mean simple, however. While the steps required of probating a will in Texas are easy to...
by Hailey-Petty Law Firm | Jun 2, 2021 | Estate Planning
According to United States Census Bureau data from 2008-2012, 24.8 percent of men and 24.4 percent of women have been married two or more times. Estate planning should play an important part in any marriage but especially in a second marriage. The alternative to...
by Hailey-Petty Law Firm | May 17, 2021 | Estate Planning, Uncategorized
General power of attorney authorizes an agent to act on your behalf regarding certain matters such as financial and legal issues. However, one drawback of a general power of attorney is that this type of legal protection actually ends if a person becomes...
