Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Texas

probate

My father passed away five years ago leaving no will. I have 3 other siblings, but my older brother is trying to take all. He's even put my dad's house for sale without contacting the others. He feels he's entilted to more because he's older. Will the estate and the profits of the sale be split evenly or does he have a right to do as he pleases?. What should i do in this situation? We are scheduled for probate court soon, so how should i prpare myself


Asked on 1/20/07, 7:10 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Peter Bradie Bradie, Bradie & Bradie

Re: probate

The estate should be evenly split among the four of you. You'd best hire a lawyer to protect your interests, since the court will name a dependent administrator if the four of you can't agree on an independent administrator.

Your older brother has no authority to sell the house.

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Answered on 1/21/07, 4:18 pm
James Grissom Law Office of James P. Grissom

Re: probate

Unless you have training and experience in these matters, you better get a lawyer. There is no short course available for free on the internet.

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Answered on 1/20/07, 7:31 pm
Cheryl Rivera Smith The Smith Law Firm

Re: probate

Be sure and go to the hearing to make sure the truth is told. If you are very concerned about shenanigans, contact an attorney to protect your interests.

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Answered on 1/21/07, 7:35 am


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