Hi, I’m Jean Fair with the law office of Fair and Fair, PLLC, in the great state of Texas. Today, I’m going to be answering one of the most common questions I receive, which is are there any alternatives to a formal administration of a decedent’s estate. And, the answer is yes, there are. One of the most common …
Texas Property Deeds
Defining a Property Deed A property deed, in general, is a written document that conveys legal and equitable title to real property from one person or entity to another. Most deeds typically convey what is called “fee simple” interest, or the highest level of ownership. Although there is no standard form for a property deed in Texas, a deed is …
Texas Ladybird Deeds and Property Descriptions
Transcript: Hi, I’m Jean Fair with the law office of Fair and Fair, PLLC in the great state of Texas. And, today, I’ll be talking about one of the major perils of using online forms for your legal documents: the legal property description. If you’ve done any amount of research on the Texas ladybird deed or other means of transferring …
Texas Ladybird Deed Overview
Texas Ladybird Deed Cost $249 Flat Fee This includes drafting, subsequent consultation, instructions, and any needed revisions. The client is responsible for filing costs at their respective county clerk’s office. Filing costs are generally between $25 and $35. We serve the entire state of Texas for these types of deeds and can typically draft these documents within one to two …
Durable Power of Attorney vs Medical Power of Attorney
A common question estate planning attorneys hear is what is the difference between a Medical Power of Attorney and a Durable Power of Attorney. First, a power of attorney, in general, is a legal document that gives another person (your “agent” or “attorney in fact”) the power to take certain actions in your name and on your behalf (you are …
What I Learned Watching the Houston Astros
As a lifelong Astros fan (I grew up with Biggio, Bagwell, and the rest of the Killer B’s in the Astrodome), watching them win the World Series for the first time in franchise history in 2017 was a dream come true. I may or may not have worn an astros T-shirt to court under my jacket one day. Watching them …
Pleadings Are Not Court Orders
For the uninitiated, legal action (be it a divorce of child custody matter, contract dispute, or even criminal charges) is a foreign endeavor. Except for those of us mad enough to enter the legal profession, most people will only be involved in our legal system a handful of times, at most, during their lifetime. Unfortunately, this means that most people …
Texas Limited Liability Company (LLC) Formation Documents
Overview Documenting a Texas LLC requires LLC members to think about numerous current and potential issues that may result during the lifetime of their business. Specifically, management, organizational, accounting, and taxation issues are common topics LLC members should consider. Generally, if an LLC gets sued, a plaintiff’s attorney will generally request the LLC’s company book and relevant documentation during the …
Estate Planning for Newlyweds: 5 Important Tips
ESTATE PLANNING FOR NEWLYWEDS Estate planning for newlyweds is typically the last thing a couple thinks about after the ink dries on a marriage license, but it is important aspect to consider as the couple begins their lives together. Although this article might seem directed at young, first-time married couples, these five considerations can be applicable for people who marry, …