There is a lot to think about when you start working on an estate plan. You will have many decisions to make, and you want to be as informed as possible about your options. Start by reading the articles in our Elder Law and Estate Planning library. Our attorneys and legal researchers bring you detailed information on a variety of topics.
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Downsizing to Create a Manageable Living Space as a Senior As you age, you want to remain independent for as long as possible. One way to do this is to sell the big house and find a smaller, more manageable home. -
Choosing the Right Nursing Home in Texas & Arkansas The nursing home you choose could mean the difference between being well taken care of and suffering unnecessarily. We help families make this important decision. -
Protecting Your Loved Ones From Elder Abuse Our elderly loved ones are particularly vulnerable to neglect, abuse, and exploitation. We discuss some common forms of abuse and how to protect those we love. -
Challenges of Contesting a Will in Texas You may not be happy with what your family member’s Will says, but getting it thrown out is a difficult and expensive process. Learn about contesting Wills here. -
2020 SECURE Act Brings Changes to Retirement Savings Accounts Starting in January 2020, the federal SECURE Act brings some significant changes to the way retirees can use retirement savings. We discuss the main provisions. -
Guardianship for an Incapacitated Adult in Texas & Arkansas If an elderly loved one is not competent enough to control their own decision-making, you may need to petition the court for legal guardianship. Learn more here. -
Understand Who Can Benefit From a Special Needs Trust A Special Needs Trust can give a disabled person important additional funds while collecting government benefits. What kinds of disabilities qualify for an SNT? -
Understanding the Probate Process in Texas After someone dies in Texas, assets not held in Trust will have to go through Probate before they are distributed to heirs. Find out how Probate works here. -
Revocable Living Trusts as Estate Planning Tools In planning to protect your assets from probate and taxes, you may consider a Revocable Living Trust. Learn about this estate planning tool here. -
What You Need to Know About Special Needs Trusts in Texas You want to establish a trust to protect your loved one with special needs after you are gone, but you need to make sure you understand how they work.