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Can an attorney in Texas who drafts a will be appointed executor in the will?
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It is common for an attorney to be appointed executor. Other choices are banks or the court can appoint someone.
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What happens in Texas when the executor of will was convicted for a felony?
In Texas, if the executor of a will is convicted of a felony, they may be disqualified from serving as executor. The court may remove them and appoint a new executor to administer the estate. The specific impact will depend on the circumstances of the case and the terms of the will.
How do you transfer the deed of a deceased parents in Texas to the executor of the estate?
The executor now controlling the estate has to do the transfer but if they had an executor, there is probably also a will, attorney, and a beneficiary (ies)
What happens in Texas when the executor of the will was incarcerated for a felony?
In Texas, if the executor of a will is incarcerated for a felony, they may be disqualified from serving as executor. It will be up to the court to determine if a new executor should be appointed to handle the estate administration.
What executors are allowed to probate a will in the state of Texas?
The executors that are appointed by the court. The court will issue a letter of authority to the appropriate executor(s).
Can you get a letter of testamentary without going to probate in TEXAS?
Letters Testamentary are a court issued document that show an executor was duly appointed by a court.
In Texas if your husband dies and has a car in his name only are you liable for the bill?
The estate is generally liable for all bills and expenses (not you). Hire a probate attorney to help sort this out. The estate will need an executor.
How can you have the court appoint a third party executor for Texas estate?
There are several reasons why the court would appoint a third party executor for a Texas estate. You can have the court appoint a third party executor for an estate once all family members that were named as executors are unsuitable to be an executor.
Is there a priority for paying estate claims such as attorney funeral medicare and creditors in Texas?
You will have to check the wording of the will first. It may specify some debts be paid first. Typically the executor gets paid first.
Does the executor of an estate need to hire an attorney to help with the process of executing the will?
No, you do not. Frequently in small estates executors who are not lawyers fulfill the duties of an executor without retaining a lawyer. You do not need to hire a lawyer in order to get a will probated and become the executor officially if you can do the initial paperwork on your own. After becoming executor, you may wish to consider retaining one in order to be sure you comply with all laws governing the administration of the estate.
Where is the Office of the Attorney General located at in Texas?
"The Attorney General of Texas, Greg Abbott's office is in Texas. It is located at the following address:
Who is the only executive officer appointed by the Texas governor?
The Secretary of State is an appointed position however this appointment is subject to the approval of the Texas Senate.
Who represents Texas when Texas is being sued?
The Attorney General
