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Why Succession Planning is Critical for Your Business

It's a common oversight in small businesses: neglecting to plan for the future. Many business owners are so consumed with the day-to-day operations that they overlook the importance of succession...

Explanation of recent case history on the constitutionality of the Corporate Transparency Act and upcoming reporting deadlines

Recent Case History on the Constitutionality of the Corporate Transparency ActThe Corporate Transparency Act has been a subject of significant legal scrutiny and debate. Recent case law has focused...

Updating Beneficial Owner Reports

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is a significant piece of legislation aimed at increasing transparency in corporate ownership and combating illicit activities such as money laundering and tax...

Understanding Beneficial Ownership Under the Corporate Transparency Act

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is a significant piece of legislation aimed at increasing transparency in corporate ownership to combat illicit activities such as money laundering and tax...

Timeline for Reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) imposes new reporting requirements on non-exempt companies to enhance transparency and combat illicit activities. This blog post outlines the key deadlines for...

Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act: A guide for Texas businesses

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is significant legislation requiring immediate action by businesses. It aims to enhance transparency in corporate ownership and combat illicit activities. CTA’s...

Start 2025 Right: 7 Reasons to Update Your Will

As we get closer to 2025, many of us take the opportunity to reassess important aspects of our lives. While estate planning might not be at the top of everyone’s list, it’s a powerful step toward...

Advance Directives: Vital for Estate Planning and Peace of Mind

Many people see estate planning solely as a way to organize the distribution of assets after death. However, it's also a powerful tool for ensuring personal wishes are respected during one's...

What is an ABLE Account & How Are ABLE Accounts Beneficial?

Introduction For individuals with disabilities, managing finances can often be a complex task. Fortunately, the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act has paved the way for a powerful...

How Do I Revoke a Will in Texas?

A past client contacted me and asked: “how do I revoke my Will?” (I am always grateful when past or present clients contact me with questions before it’s too late.) I told him how and at the same...

Where Do You Keep Your Will? Plan A: You Must Securely Store It.

In another blog post, I shared how I presented a copy of a Will and convinced the court to validate it (probate it) as the deceased husband’s Will. Go to: What Happens If They Can’t Find My Will?...

What Happens If My Executor Can’t Find My Will? A Copy Can Be Probated.

Recently, a client came in and hired me to probate her deceased husband’s will. She brought in her “Estate Plan” done by another lawyer. The Estate Plan was in a large, unopened envelope containing...

How Long Do I Have to Probate A Will in Texas? Over 4 Years: Is it Too Late?

I just finished probating a will. It was different from my other probate cases. What made it different was my client and I weren’t presenting the case to the judge within four (4) years of the...

You’re Appointed Executor: Now What?

What is an executor’s job? I’ll answer this question and a few more. These questions usually come up when a will is probated, and the court appoints an executor. What are your responsibilities? An...

Rights of Survivorship For Your Vehicle

I previously posted articles about ways to transfer vehicle ownership without a Will or without the need for Probate. Here are both articles: Vehicles and Beneficiary Designations: Texas Has...

Small Estates: Using an Affidavit of Heirship for Motor Vehicles

Can you re-title a vehicle without opening an estate? Yes, Texans, like you, may use an Affidavit of Heirship to support the title transfer. The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles has a form for...

Vehicles and Beneficiary Designations: Texas Has Transfer on Death Option for Motor Vehicles

Recently, I have addressed ways you may designate assets for beneficiaries without a Will or probate. Let me be perfectly clear: I have never written you don’t need a Will. Still, legally...

Texas Transfer on Death Deed: A Limited Way to Transfer Property at Death.

Here’s more of what you need to know. I recently wrote about the requirements and characteristics for a Texas Transfer on Death Deed. See The Texas Transfer on Death Deed: Do I Need One? [GlavyLaw]...

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