by Ellen | Apr 29, 2025 | All Articles, Probate Law
When Should You Meet with a Probate Lawyer in Texas? What is Probate? Probate is the legal process that governs the administration of a deceased person’s estate, ensuring debts are settled and assets are distributed to heirs or beneficiaries according to the will or...
by Ellen | Nov 28, 2024 | All Articles, Elder Law, Special Needs Law, Trusts and Estate Planning
Understanding Your Options for Future Security Texas ABLE Accounts vs. Supplemental Needs Trusts Explore the benefits and limitations of Texas ABLE accounts and Texas Supplemental Needs Trusts. Contact Us Navigating Estate Planning with Confidence Texas ABLE accounts...
by Ellen | Feb 13, 2024 | All Articles, Probate Law
Should I Probate the Will or Use an Affidavit of Heirship in Texas? Whether or not it’s best to probate a will or use the Texas affidavits of heirship depends on several factors. At Shutt Law Firm, our Texas probate attorneys almost always recommend probating a...
by Ellen | Dec 14, 2023 | All Articles, Probate Litigation
When Inheritance Rights Clash: Navigating Texas Beneficiary Designation Disputes with Shutt Law PLLC The loss of a loved one can be a deeply emotional time. When disputes arise regarding beneficiary designations for assets like life insurance, investment accounts,...
by Ellen | Nov 14, 2023 | All Articles
What (Actually) Goes Into a Premarital Agreement in Texas? As couples think about joining together in marriage, joining together financially can sometimes overshadow the romance. A premarital agreement, also known as a prenuptial agreement (or “prenup”),...
