Probate

Probate is the legal process used to administer a person's estate after death. Depending upon the circumstances, probate may involve admitting a Will to probate, appointing an executor or administrator, identifying estate assets, addressing creditor claims, transferring property, and completing required court filings.

The Overton Law Firm, P.C. assists clients with probate and estate administration matters in Texas. We work with executors, administrators, heirs, beneficiaries, surviving spouses, and other interested persons to determine the appropriate probate procedure and to guide the matter through the required legal process.

Probate matters may involve:

• Probating a Will
• Independent administration
• Muniment of title proceedings
• Small estate procedures
• Determination of heirship issues
• Estate administration
• Real property and title issues
• Creditor claims and estate debts
• Probate litigation and estate disputes

Selecting the proper probate procedure is important. Some estates can be handled through streamlined procedures, while others require more detailed administration or court involvement. The correct approach depends upon the existence and terms of a Will, the nature of the estate assets, creditor issues, family circumstances, and any disputes among interested persons.

For more information, please review the following probate-related pages:

• Probate and Estate Administration
• Probate Litigation
• Estate Administration

For additional information regarding probate or estate administration matters, please contact The Overton Law Firm, P.C. to schedule a consultation.