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Austin Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Burns Anderson Jury & Brenner, L.L.P.

4.7
30 Reviews

  • 4807 Spicewood Springs Road, Austin, TX 78759

  • Law Firm with 19 lawyers1 award

  • Burns Anderson Jury & Brenner, LLP is dedicated to understanding the unique interests and objectives of each client to create innovative legal solutions. Prioritizing... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersAppellate Law, Business Law, and 19 more

Elizabeth Brenner
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Stange Law Firm, PC

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  • 3800 N. Lamar Blvd, Suite 2003, Austin, TX 78705+23 locations

  • Law Firm with 53 lawyers1 award

  • "Here to Help You Rebuild Your Life"

  • Estate Planning LawyersDomestic Litigation, Divorce, and 100 more

Terry Hamilton
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Smith & Bledsoe Family Law

4.8
58 Reviews

  • 13284 Pond Springs Road, Suite 503, Austin, TX 78729+1 location

  • Law Firm with 7 lawyers3 awards

  • Smith & Bledsoe Family Law is a premier Austin firm specializing in high-stakes divorce, child custody, and complex property division. Led by Super Lawyers honoree Christian Smith... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 21 more

Christian Smith
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Brink Bennett + Fort PLLC

5.0
7 Reviews

  • 7800 North Mopac Expressway, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78759

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • Trusted legal solutions from Board Certified attorneys in Estate Planning and Probate—Brink Bennett & Fort PLLC delivers expert guidance backed by proven experience.

  • Estate Planning LawyersWills and Trusts, Estate Planning for Business Owners, and 4 more

  • Free Consultation

Rhonda Brink
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Babb, Reed & Leak, PLLC

4.8
34 Reviews

  • 4131 Spicewood Springs Road, Suite G2, Austin, TX 78759

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • A law firm practicing estate planning law.

  • Estate Planning LawyersReal Estate, Wills and Probate, and 17 more

Joseph S. Babb
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Scofield & Scofield, P.C.

4.9
3 Reviews

  • 1411 West Avenue, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78701-1537

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • The Firm Offers a Broad Array of Legal Services for Individuals and Businesses Throughout Texas

  • Estate Planning LawyersFederal Income, Estate And Gift Taxation, and 6 more

Frank E. Scofield
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Wallace, Martin, Duke & Russell, PLLC

3.5
15 Reviews

  • 3800 North Lamar, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78758+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 6 lawyers2 awards

  • Our focus is on you. We value our clients, and because we know life can bring a host of challenges, we are here to help you seize opportunities, overcome obstacles, rise to the... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Transactions and Commercial Law, Business Organization, and 20 more

Andrew Russell III
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Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr P.C.

4.5
6 Reviews

  • 901 S Mopac Expy, Ste 200, Austin, TX 78746

  • Law Firm with 10 lawyers2 awards

  • A law firm practicing estate planning law.

  • Estate Planning LawyersGeneral Practice, Corporate Law, and 14 more

Fleur Christensen
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Rogers & Whitley, L.L.P.

5.0
1 Review

  • 2210 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX 78705

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • Our firm handles legal matters in the following practice areas: Corporate, Securities, Real Estate, Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Planning, Zoning and Land Use, Construction... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Planning, Construction Law, and 6 more

William A. Rogers Jr.
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Minton, Burton, Bassett & Collins, P.C.

5.0
292 Reviews

  • 1100 Guadalupe Street, Austin, TX 78701

  • Law Firm with 10 lawyers2 awards

  • A law firm practicing estate planning law.

  • Estate Planning LawyersPersonal Injury, Wrongful Death, and 19 more

John Carsey
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Branscomb Law

4.7
65 Reviews

  • 114 W. 7th Street, Suite 725, Austin, TX 78401+3 locations

  • Law Firm with 24 lawyers2 awards

  • Complex Commercial Litigation; Asset Protection; Construction; Bankruptcy; Corporate; Business; Commercial Real Estate; Water; Estate Planning; Contracts; Probate; Insurance; Labor... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersComplex Commercial Litigation, Asset Protection, and 19 more

Jeffrey Dickerson
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Cagle Pugh Attorneys & Counselors

5.0
18 Reviews

  • 4301 Westbank Drive, Austin, TX 78746+3 locations

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • A law firm practicing estate planning law.

  • Estate Planning LawyersADR, Business, and 17 more

Adam Pugh
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Law Office of Jason A Katims, PLLC

4.3
6 Reviews

  • 608 W 12th St, Austin, TX 78701

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • A law firm practicing estate planning law.

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness, Consumer, and 11 more

Jason Katims
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Hulsey PC - Patents & Trademarks

4.9
65 Reviews

  • 3300 IH-35 N.,, Austin, TX 76712+6 locations

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • A Gold Standard in IP for A Competitive, Entrepreneurial World HULSEY PC offers patent lawyers, trademark lawyers, and related area intellectual property professionals serving... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersPatents, Biochemical Patents, and 29 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Adrian Resendez
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Robbins Estate Law

5.0
48 Reviews

  • 3800 N. Lamar Boulevard, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78756+3 locations

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers3 awards

  • Questions about Probate or Wills? Call now.

  • Estate Planning LawyersProbate & Estate Administration, Elder Law / Long Term Care, and 7 more

  • Free Consultation

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Kyle Robbins
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Hennan | Culp, PLLC

4.9
70 Reviews

  • 3200 Steck Avenue, Suite 300, Austin, TX 78757

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers1 award

  • Hiring a strong family law attorney affords you the protection you need to stop worrying and return to your job, your kids, and your life—with peace of mind.SUPERIOR ADVOCACY IN... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersDivorce, Child Custody, and 14 more

Marshall Sales
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Richie & Gueringer, P.C.

5.0
2 Reviews

  • 1111 West 6th Street, Bldg A, Suite 330, Austin, TX 78703+1 location

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers1 award

  • Continuity-Accessibility-Results. We listen and together with you create a path to success and solutions.

  • Estate Planning LawyersAcquisitions and Dispositions of Businesses, Appeals, and 50 more

Sheldon E. (Don) Richie
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The Richey Law Firm, P.C.

5.0
2 Reviews

  • 1910 Justin Lane, Austin, TX 78757

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • A law firm practicing estate planning law.

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily, Litigation, and 6 more

Kenneth Richey Jr.
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Diggs & Sadler

4.9
56 Reviews

  • 9600 N. Mopac Expy., Suite 775, Austin, TX 78759+1 location

  • Law Firm with 10 lawyers2 awards

  • Texas Leaders in Divorce & Family Law

  • Estate Planning LawyersGeneral Practice, Family Law, and 22 more

Bret Alan Bosker
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Hembree Bell Law Firm, PLLC

4.8
41 Reviews

  • 5806 Mesa Drive, Suite 360, Austin, TX 78731+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 10 lawyers2 awards

  • Serving the greater Austin and San Antonio areas.

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 8 more

  • Free Consultation

Kathleen Brown
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Bollier Ciccone Stinson LLP

4.6
109 Reviews

  • 1101 South Capital of Texas Highway, Austin, TX 78746

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • Since 1990, Bollier Ciccone Stinson LLP has served thousands of clients and businesses in Central Texas. BCS Law’s team provides premium, unmatched personalized services to... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 27 more

Susannah Stinson
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Bloomquist Law, PLLC

5.0
5 Reviews

  • 614 Capital of Texas Highway South, Austin, TX 78746

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Board Certified, Estate Planning and Probate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

  • Estate Planning LawyersWills, Trusts And Estates, and 6 more

  • Free Consultation

Amy Peterson Bloomquist
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Tully Rinckey, PLLC

4.5
255 Reviews

  • 3724 Executive Center Drive, Austin, TX 78731+11 locations

  • Law Firm with 85 lawyers2 awards

  • Tully Rinckey PLLC offers top-notch legal services to corporations, governments, small businesses, and individuals across the globe. Our business is your success.

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily Law, Matrimonial Law, and 49 more

Sean Timmons
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Smith & Bledsoe Family Law

4.8
69 Reviews

  • 7719 Wood Hollow Drive, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78731+1 location

  • Law Firm with 7 lawyers3 awards

  • Located in Central Austin, Smith & Bledsoe Family Law provides elite representation for high-stakes divorce, custody disputes, and complex family matters. Our Wood Hollow Dr. team,... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 22 more

  • Free Consultation

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Christian Smith
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Coldwell | Bowes, L.L.P.

4.8
163 Reviews

  • 2801 Via Fortuna Suite 530, Austin, TX 78746

  • Law Firm with 6 lawyers3 awards

  • Knowledge, Experience, Integrity And DedicationOf the many Austin law firms practicing in the area of divorce and family law, you need one that respects the difficult choices you... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersDivorce, Divorce Planning, and 29 more

Lena Hall
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Walters Gilbreath, PLLC

4.7
274 Reviews

  • 316 West 12th Street, Suite 110, Austin, TX 78701

  • Law Firm with 19 lawyers4 awards

  • Walters Gilbreath, PLLC is a top-rated Texas firm that is leading the way in family law. Walters Gilbreath, PLLC has a state-wide presence with offices in Austin, Dallas, Houston,... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersComplex and High Asset Divorce, Characterization of Property, and 8 more

Jessica Glosson
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Kirker Davis LLP

4.7
157 Reviews

  • 8310-1 N Capital of Texas Hwy., Suite 350, Austin, TX 78731

  • Law Firm with 14 lawyers3 awards

  • Kirker Davis LLP is a boutique family law firm in Central Texas with a focus on high-end family law cases. We handle divorces involving professionals, family-owned businesses,... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersDivorce, Divorce with Business Interests, and 9 more

Page Brown
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The Greening Law Firm, P.C.

4.6
13 Reviews

  • 7232 Comanche Trl., Austin, TX 78732+1 location

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • A law firm practicing estate planning law.

  • Estate Planning LawyersProbate, Medicaid Planning, and 2 more

Ronald Greening
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Griffith Davison, P.C.

4.6
13 Reviews

  • 515 Congress Ave., Ste. 1620, Austin, TX 78701+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 13 lawyers2 awards

  • Attorneys that understand your business.

  • Estate Planning LawyersConstruction Law, Construction Litigation, and 116 more

Ryan Lione
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Mike Massey Law

5.0
108 Reviews

  • 418 Grace Lane, Austin, TX 78746+1 location

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • Find out why over 500 people have rated us 5 Stars!

  • Estate Planning LawyersPersonal Injury, Bicycle Accidents, and 12 more

  • Free Consultation

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Mike Massey
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This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

How can we see the will?

James Brian Thomas
Answered by attorney James Brian Thomas (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Burdette & Rice, PLLC
In Texas, an interested person can petition the appropriate probate court to compel a person in possession of a Will to deposit the document with the County Clerk. The costs associated with doing so will vary by attorney, but the amount of time involved to achieve this is not substantial. Of course, having the Will deposited only brings it to light. If, as you suspect, there are reasons to believe that the document is not genuine or does not reflect the true intentions of the decedent, you can expect quite a fight. Probate litigation, like anything else, can become very expensive very quickly. Many attorneys handle matters like this on an hourly rate basis, while others may take the case on a contingency arrangement. Visit with a probate attorney near you now, as the issue will not resolve itself in your favor.
In Texas, an interested person can petition the appropriate probate court to compel a person in possession of a Will to deposit the document with the County Clerk. The costs associated with doing so will vary by attorney, but the amount of time involved to achieve this is not substantial. Of course, having the Will deposited only brings it to light. If, as you suspect, there are reasons to believe that the document is not genuine or does not reflect the true intentions of the decedent, you can expect quite a fight. Probate litigation, like anything else, can become very expensive very quickly. Many attorneys handle matters like this on an hourly rate basis, while others may take the case on a contingency arrangement. Visit with a probate attorney near you now, as the issue will not resolve itself in your favor.
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Does the family inure the debt the father made without their knowledge once he dies?

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Answered by attorney Jayne L. Sebby (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Jayne L. Sebby
Whether your mother, yourself, or your siblings become liable for the debt depends on a number of factors. Did your father accrue this debt in his name alone? Is the debt part of a business that your family operates or is part of? Is the debt due to a gambling problem or some other problem? Does it have some connection with his illness? Did he secure the debt with property he jointly owned with any of you? In a normal situation, the estate alone is responsible for the decendant's debts. However, in some situations, others may also be held responsible. Check with an estate attorney for specific answers.
Whether your mother, yourself, or your siblings become liable for the debt depends on a number of factors. Did your father accrue this debt in his name alone? Is the debt part of a business that your family operates or is part of? Is the debt due to a gambling problem or some other problem? Does it have some connection with his illness? Did he secure the debt with property he jointly owned with any of you? In a normal situation, the estate alone is responsible for the decendant's debts. However, in some situations, others may also be held responsible. Check with an estate attorney for specific answers.
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Am I responsible for paying these medical bills after he passes and can anybody take the life insurance from me for his bills that are owed?

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Answered by attorney Kathleen Delacy (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Reger Rizzo & Darnall, LLP
I bills are just in his name you only need to pay the amount that he has assets in his name. In other words, if he has a car just in his name you may need to sell to pay his bills. Unless you sign as personally liable for the bills.
I bills are just in his name you only need to pay the amount that he has assets in his name. In other words, if he has a car just in his name you may need to sell to pay his bills. Unless you sign as personally liable for the bills.
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