by Jeff Barnett | Jun 12, 2017 | Wills & Estate Planning
If you’re a business owner and a high-net-worth individual, you may want to gather your family members together to discuss the details of your estate plan. This can be especially important if you own a business that employs family members. These meetings are a...
by Jeff Barnett | May 11, 2017 | Wills & Estate Planning
The topic of estate planning may not be something you worry about. This might be the case if you don’t think you own enough assets to make your estate liable for the federal estate tax. Check your Beneficiary Designations But no matter what your net worth is,...
by Jeff Barnett | Mar 16, 2017 | Family Law, Probate, Wills & Estate Planning
Even if you have a valid will, you may need to draft a new one for a variety of reasons. A will is an essential part of planning for the future. But don’t think creating a will is a one-time proposition. Even if you have a valid document, you may need to draft a...
by Jeff Barnett | Feb 13, 2017 | Family Law, Probate, Wills & Estate Planning
We feel that having a will, and related powers of attorney and advanced directives, is one of the most important tasks one should complete. After working hard your entire life to provide for your family, you should not allow the Texas Estates Code and the courts to...
by Jeff Barnett | Dec 20, 2016 | Family Law, Probate, Wills & Estate Planning
Our last blog post offered some tips for avoiding family feuds when distributing assets of a family member. It’s important to choose your executor carefully.The executor generally exercises discretion in distributing personal and household items....
by Jeff Barnett | Dec 1, 2016 | Probate, Wills & Estate Planning
In the days after a person dies, some family members may decide to take matters into their own hands. These individuals may have a key to the home and decide they are going to take items they want. Before the will is even read, furniture, jewelry, artwork and other...
