Ashmore Law Firm: Our Legal Blog
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The 3 Most Important Parts of a Last Will and Testament
A Last Will and Testament in TX lists a person’s wishes following their death. It states how property is disposed, names an executor, guardian and/or Trustee.
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The Different Types of Guardianships
There are different types of Guardianships for different situations. Having knowledge about them can help you make the right decisions for your loved one.
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How is Property Divided in a High Net Worth Divorce?
In a Texas divorce, certain real property is considered community property and other property is considered separate. Find out if it could effect your divorce.
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Will Contests - The Requirements of Signing a Will in Texas
A Will must meet certain requirements in Texas. Keeping these in mind can protect your loved ones from the cost and stress of a possible Will Contest.
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Do I Have a Complex Divorce?
Complex Divorce often involves high value assets and assets in dispute. Find out if your divorce is considered complex.
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Larry King's Handwritten Will & Possible Undue Influence
Larry King’s handwritten Will is being contested by his wife who he was seeking a divorce. It's alleged that he could have been the victim of undue influence.
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The New Certainties in Life: Death, Taxes, & ESTATE PLANNING
As we review Biden's new proposed estate tax changes, having an estate plan in place is more important than ever and could considered a new "certainty" in life.
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Wills and Incapacity: What Does it Mean?
There are legal requirements that must be satisfied in order for a Will to be valid. Otherwise, a Will Contest may end up being filed after the client’s death.
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The Horrors of Dying Without a Will
Without the proper estate planning documents, your loved ones can be thrown into the horror of settling an estate with no Will. Listen to our horror stories.
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Important Options to Consider if you Win the Lottery
A Fort Worth man won a scratch off ticket worth $2.5million. If you're ever the lucky winner, there are important things to consider before claiming the prize.
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The Importance of Having a Proper Estate Plan in Place
These scenarios we have encountered as estate planning and probate litigation attorneys will stress the importance of having an estate plan in place.
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Texas Supreme Court Opinion: Statute of Limitations in Texas to Probate a Will in Ferreira v. Butler
We discuss the Ferreira v. Butler case regarding the four year statute of limitations on probating a will in Texas and the Courts ruling.
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Growing Your Family Through Adoption
Celebrities are not the ones growing their families through Adoption. We're are here to help you through each step of the Adoption process.
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Undue Influence Creates a Will Contest: Sound a little too familiar?
Will Contest cases are often based on a claim of undue influence. If you need assistance with establishing undue influence, we can help.
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Are You Covered If You Get in A Collision with A Driver Without Insurance?
Having Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage on your insurance can be important if your in an accident with or injured by a driver without insurance.
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Jeff Bezos: The World’s Richest Man is Divorced
Just 6 months after announcing separation, Jeff Benzos' divorce is final. This case goes to show that any divorce is possible if there are two willing parties.
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Tom Petty’s Estate Battle Continues
Tom Petty's widow and daughters are in a Court battle to decided who gets to make decisions regarding his music catalog.
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9 Common Myths About Premarital Agreements
People generally have the wrong information about Premarital Agreements. Find out the most common myths.
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Amazon's Jeff Bezos is Getting Divorced
Jeff Bezos, owner of Amazon and the richest man in the world is getting divorced. We wonder if he signed a prenup and what will he have left after the divorce.
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The Importance of Estate Planning and Special Needs Children - What Aretha's Death Teaches Us
Problems could arise for Aretha Franklin's special needs son because she died intestate, meaning that she died without a Will.