As a general rule, if a will is not “wholly” in the handwriting of the testator, it must be attested to by two credible witnesses.

On occasion, an attorney contesting a will will run across a Deed to Trustee When There is No Trust. For instance a deed that is given “To John Smith, Trustee.” There are no documents showing that a trust ever existed. The question comes up about ownership of the property. Does the person listed as trustee own the property outright? Is it owned by someone else? How do you untangle the title to the property?

Texas requires the Executor or Administrator to file an inventory of the assets of the estate. If property is left off the inventory, a beneficiary has to timely object. If there is no timely objection, the beneficiary may lose property to which they are entitled.

Learn how a Texas inheritance dispute mistake involving a former judge’s expert testimony led to a reversed verdict and costly new trial. Avoid this error.