Probate Alternatives (With a Will)

Streamlining probate in Texas. Fleischmann Legal Group offers expert guidance on probate alternatives in Texas, ensuring a smoother, more efficient legal process.

Streamlining Probate in Texas

Probate of a Will in Texas is almost always less hassle and less expense than our clients expect. Yes, Texas law does generally require a probate attorney in order to probate a will. However, even if this is your first time hiring a lawyer, we think you'll be pleasantly surprised with the process to probate a will.

Fleischmann Legal Group offers expert guidance on probate alternatives in Texas, ensuring a smoother, more efficient legal process.

The Different Types of Will Probate in Texas

There are several options available when probating a will in Texas, each designed to meet different circumstances and needs.

Option 1: Independent Administration ("Normal Probate" or "Traditional Probate")

Nine times out of ten, when a person dies with a will in Texas, traditional probate is the best option. With traditional probate, you're accomplishing two things at the same time. First, you're "probating" the will. Second, you're having an executor appointed by the judge.

Option 2: Texas Probate As A Muniment of Title

This unique Texas probate alternative is used when there are no unpaid debts, except those secured by real estate, and no need for estate administration. Fleischmann Legal Group can assist in transferring assets directly to beneficiaries, bypassing traditional probate complexities.

Option 3: Avoid Probate Altogether

If a person dies in Texas with a Last Will and Testament and the deceased person had no assets in his/her name, then there may be no reason to probate at all. This comes about when a person dies with only bank accounts having beneficiary designations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main alternatives to probate in Texas?

Main alternatives include revocable living trusts, transfer-on-death deeds, joint ownership, beneficiary designations, and small estate affidavits. Each option has specific requirements and benefits depending on your estate planning goals.

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