Legal Complexities Simplified, Answering Your Questions
There are no shortage of nuances when it comes to estate planning, probate administration, elder law, business law, intellectual property law, and real estate law.
However, we aim to demystify complex legal concepts and empower you to make informed decisions with regular updates that blend professional knowledge with real-world applications, ensuring you’re always a step ahead in your legal journey.
I met with a client from Georgetown last week who looked absolutely exhausted. When I asked how she was doing, the floodgates opened. She’d been caring for her 84-year-old mother with...
I met with a client last week—a wonderful woman in her early 70s from Round Rock. As we finished reviewing her estate plan, she said something that caught me by surprise: “You know, I never...
Let’s Clear Up the Myths Look, I hear this all the time from folks who walk into my office. “Tom, if I put my house in a trust, doesn’t that mean I’m giving up control?”...
Last month, I sat across from a couple in my Cedar Park office who had recently completed their IVF journey. They had a healthy baby girl and still had several embryos in storage. When I asked about...
Cognitive decline affects nearly 1 in 9 Texans over 65, and without early planning, families can face costly guardianship battles, financial exploitation, and gaps in care. In our latest article...
Ever heard of “heirs’ property”? It’s what happens when land passes down through generations without proper documentation. Instead of a clean transfer, you end up with a legal...
As a busy Texas business owner, I know what it’s like to watch the sunrise from behind a computer screen, with breakfast being the last thing on your mind. Between checking emails, preparing for...
Estimated Read Time: 7-10 Minutes Key Takeaways from this article: Nearly 70% of Texas business owners are operating without an updated estate plan, putting both their personal and business assets at...
When the Texas legislature introduced Transfer on Death Deeds (TODD) in 2015 through Texas Estates Code Chapter 114, many homeowners saw them as simple solutions. Similar to adding a beneficiary to...
When a loved one passes away, family members often face not only emotional challenges but also complex financial questions. I’ve noticed one question comes up repeatedly: “Do I have to use...
Is Your Child’s Future at Risk? As a parent or caregiver of a loved one with special needs in Cedar Park, Texas, you’ve likely devoted countless hours to ensuring their well-being. But...
Look, I’ve seen it happen too many times. A family loses someone they love, and in the middle of their grief, they’re stuck trying to untangle a mess of financial accounts, passwords, and...