If you are trying to sell a house that you inherited, it is possible that you are considering signing an Affidavit of Heirship. An Affidavit of Heirship is an alternative to probate in Texas that is generally used when someone dies without a will, no probate administration has been completed, and the only asset of […]
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Britney Spears and Fiduciary Duty from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Elizabeth Ziegler
It’s usually rare for the worlds of estate planning and pop culture to cross paths, outside of an Oscar’s Remembrance reel. However, the #FreeBritney movement has thrown a spotlight on conservatorship (also known in Texas as guardianship), which falls under the estate planning umbrella. This blog has recently covered Britney Spear’s conservatorship, discussing when a […]
Estate Planning Movies from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Elizabeth Ziegler
It’s no secret that people love to watch dramatizations of their legal system in action. Nearly every law school student can point to fond memories of watching Perry Mason, Matlock, or Law & Order as their representation of legal work in action. Part of the ongoing nostalgia is revisiting those earlier favorite shows and films. In […]
Planning For Your Digital Legacy from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Elizabeth Ziegler
The phrase “estate planning” conjures certain images. Most people find themselves thinking of who will take care of them when they’re unable to make medical or financial decisions. Or they picture leaving items like grandma’s silver tea service or the family ranch to their children and loved ones. While neither of these are incorrect, they’re […]