Probate Wills

Estate Planning, Probate, & Guardianship

Frisco Probate Attorney

Legal Help with Probate of a Will in North Texas

It is a common assumption that avoiding probate is always desirable. The truth is, probate can serve some important functions: ensuring the fair and efficient distribution of assets, ensuring creditors receive payment, protecting the rights of beneficiaries, and upholding the decedent’s last wishes.

It is an honorable and necessary process that someone must fulfill.

Our probate lawyers can provide as much or as little assistance as you need. If you have probated a Will in the past and are just uncertain about a few points, we can answer any questions you may have. If you need comprehensive guidance, we will take you step-by-step through the process from filing the paperwork in probate court to closing the estate.

Call (214) 423-5100 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with us at the law offices of Albin Oldner Law, PLLC.

The Job of Executor in Probating a Texas Estate

As the executor of a Texas estate, you will have a variety of duties, many of which benefit from having investigatory, financial, accounting and legal insights. When you work with our firm we will evaluate the Last Will and Testament and prepare a checklist for you of the steps you need to take.

In some instances, we may be able to advise you of probate alternatives that can save you time and expense. Learn more about probate alternatives.

In most cases, however, probate will include the following:

Filing the Last Will and Testament with a Texas probate court
Notifying creditors of the death and paying or negotiating valid debts
Collecting on debts owed to the decedent, which are now owed to the estate
Notifying heirs and beneficiaries of the death within 60 days of your appointment as executor
Locating assets belonging to the decedent
Submitting an inventory of the estate within 90 days of your appointment as executor
Maintaining and preserving the decedent’s property
Opening bank accounts for the estate and closing the decedent’s accounts
Transferring assets to the estate
Paying estate taxes and any other taxes owed to the IRS and the state of Texas
Distributing bequests in accordance with the Will

As an Executor You Have a Fiduciary Duty

The executor is considered a fiduciary, which means you must act in the best interest of the beneficiaries. This includes:

Avoiding conflicts of interests
Receiving no personal benefit from your position as executor
Acting with diligence to complete your duties
Making your best effort to perform each task
Abiding by the terms presented in the Will
Following federal and Texas laws
Behaving honestly, ethically and legally

It Is Up to You to Preserve the Assets of the Estate

Depending on the complexity of the estate and the length of time it takes to get through the probate process, you may have to take action to preserve the assets of the estate. We will help you make arrangements to:

Pay the mortgage, taxes, insurance and utilities on real estate
Maintain landscaping and make repairs to avoid property deterioration
Establish security of a vacant property against vandalism or burglary
Make loan payments on cars, boats, electronics and other assets
Cancel monthly payments for personal services, such as movie streaming, gym memberships and health insurance
File claims for health, auto, life or casualty insurance reimbursements

We know it is a lot to think about at a time of stress and mourning. We think of it for you.

Get the Help You Need Probating a North Texas Estate

Pick up the phone whenever you have a question. Our Frisco-based probate attorneys are here to help.

Call our firm at (214) 423-5100 or contact us online to schedule a consultation at our Frisco law office.

The attorneys at Albin Oldner Law, PLLC are very personable and treat their clients as people rather than just another case.

- A. Hailey

Should I ever require the need for representation with any future actions, should they occur; I would not hesitate to call upon Albin Oldner.

- M.C.

Todd and his team have taken care of all our business and litigation needs for years. I wouldn’t trust any other firm to provide the same level of service and counsel.

- Matt Lafata

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Probate Wills

Estate Planning, Probate, & Guardianship

Frisco Probate Attorney

Legal Help with Probate of a Will in North Texas

The Job of Executor in Probating a Texas Estate

As an Executor You Have a Fiduciary Duty

It Is Up to You to Preserve the Assets of the Estate

Get the Help You Need Probating a North Texas Estate

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