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Merit 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).
  • 1420 W. Exchange Parkway, Suite 180, Allen, TX 75013

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers3 awards

  • "A law firm dedicated to providing legal services for individuals and small businesses."

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The Nordhaus Firm

4.2
5 Reviews
  • 7300 State Highway 121 , Ste 3108, McKinney, TX 75070

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • YOUR LIFE. YOUR LEGACY. PROTECTING THOSE YOU LOVE. SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR 15+ YEARS GET A FREE CONSULTATION Collin County’s Preferred Estate Law Firm For Estate Planning &... Read More

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April Nordhaus
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The Branch Law Firm

4.7
15 Reviews
  • 721 Justin Road, Rockwall, TX 75087+1 location

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Protecting Your Family, Securing Your Future. Guiding You Through Life’s Legal Challenges Board-Certified Family Law & Estate Attorneys with over 30 years of experience.

  • Estate Planning LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 17 more

Elizabeth Branch
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  • 2608 Stonewall Street, Greenville, TX 75401

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • Powerful Legal Partners - protecting your community and your assets

  • Estate Planning LawyersLitigation, Consumer Law, and 30 more

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  • 700 Central Expressway South, Suite 550, Allen, TX 75013

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers1 award

  • EXPERT LITIGATORS DELIVERING PROVEN OUTCOMES When confronted with criminal allegations or intricate family law affairs, seeking the adept counsel of The Collin County Law Group's... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersCriminal Defense, Felonies, and 11 more

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Macy Eldredge
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  • 1700 Redbud Boulevard, Suite 300, McKinney, TX 75069

  • Law Firm with 19 lawyers2 awards

  • We trace our roots to 1876, making us one of the oldest law firms in the Southwest.

  • Estate Planning LawyersGeneral Practice, Federal Practice, and 11 more

  • 2150 S. Central Expressway, Suite 200, McKinney, TX 75070

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Board Certified in Civil Trial Law - Texas Board of Legal Specialization

  • Estate Planning LawyersCorporate Law, Commercial Civil Litigation In Both Federal, and 9 more

Daniel Jones
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  • 2150 S. Central Expy, Suite 200, McKinney, TX 75070

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • CHESS, NOT CHECKERS

  • Estate Planning LawyersAsset Protection, Probate Administration, and 14 more

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R. Dean Davenport JD, PhD
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  • 1309 Ridge Road, Suite 109, Rockwall, TX 75087+1 location

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers2 awards

  • We focus on providing exceptional legal services to businesses and individuals on business, construction and family law matters. Contact us today to discuss your case and get the... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersCriminal Defense, Family Law, and 25 more

Majda Kacevic
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  • 107 North Jackson Street, Wylie, TX 75098+1 location

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers2 awards

  • We focus on providing exceptional legal services to businesses and individuals on business, construction and family law matters. Contact us today to discuss your case and get the... Read More

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Majda Kacevic
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  • Serving Bonham, TX

  • Law Firm with 8 lawyers2 awards

  • Proudly Serving the Northeast Texas Region Since 1893

  • Estate Planning LawyersLitigation, Criminal Law, and 28 more

Nikki D. Miller
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Craig W. Watson

4.1
1 Review
  • Serving Bonham, TX

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Craig W. Watson, Attorney at Law Serving Sherman And Surrounding Texas. 30 Years of Experience in Estate Planning and Elder Law.

  • Estate Planning LawyersElder Law, Medicaid Eligibility, and 13 more

Craig W. Watson
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WynneSmith

4.9
87 Reviews
  • Serving Bonham, TX

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers3 awards

  • Conscientious * Experienced * Diligent * Caring

  • Estate Planning LawyersCivil Trial Practice, State Government Law, and 17 more

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  • Serving Merit, TX and Hunt County, Texas

  • Law Firm with 34 lawyers2 awards

  • “Our experienced attorneys have aggressively represented injury victims for over 40 years. Let Bailey & Galyen solve your legal puzzle. Contact us today!”

  • Estate Planning LawyersAutomobile Accidents, Personal Injury, and 48 more

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Michael Raymond Cramer
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  • 503 South Goliad Street, Rockwall, TX 75087

  • 401 North Maxwell Creek Rd., Plano, TX 75094-3507

  • 2611 Lee St., Greenville, TX 75403-0032

  • 815 T L Townsend Dr., Ste. 111, Rockwall, TX 75087

  • 1509 Summer Lee Drive, Rockwall, TX 75032

  • 1700 Redbud Blvd., Ste. 310, McKinney, TX 75070

  • 225 E. Virginia St., Suite 3, McKinney, TX 75069

  • 1201 Kempton Park Ln., Fairview, TX 75069

  • 6401 Eldorado Ste. 237, McKinney, TX 75070

  • 206 S. Tennessee, McKinney, TX 75070-8137

  • 2600 W. Eldorado Pkwy., McKinney, TX 75070-7518

  • 130 S. Kentucky St., McKinney, TX 75069

  • 825 Market St., Ste. 250, Allen, TX 75013

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Estate planning attorneys help individuals prepare for the management and distribution of their assets after death or incapacitation. They create legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Their work ensures a client’s wishes are honored, minimizes potential taxes, and simplifies the process for their loved ones.

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The average lawyer rating is created by peers based on legal expertise, ethical standards, quality of service, and relationship skills. Recommendations are made by real clients.

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Commonly Asked Estate Planning Questions From Users Near You

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.

When you become an administrator of an estate, how do you know your duties?

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Answered by attorney Richard J Kaplan (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Richard J. Kaplan, P.A.
Your lawyer should instruct you on your duties and normally the Personal Representative Fee is set at 3% of the value of the probated estate.
Your lawyer should instruct you on your duties and normally the Personal Representative Fee is set at 3% of the value of the probated estate.

How do we get a power of attorney and medical power of attorney for my mother?

Answered by attorney David L. Leon
Estate Planning lawyer at David L. Leon, P.C.
Mother would have to execute some forms. If mother is competent, she can hire counsel. It's usually about $100-150. If mother is not competent, then you can't get them.
Mother would have to execute some forms. If mother is competent, she can hire counsel. It's usually about $100-150. If mother is not competent, then you can't get them.
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Under the law, once a will has gone through probate and executor is appointed, should this be sufficient to access bank accounts?

Answered by attorney Dara J. Goldsmith
Estate Planning lawyer at Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.
You should bring both. The bank needs to see the death certificate as it has the SSN on it. Bring both.
You should bring both. The bank needs to see the death certificate as it has the SSN on it. Bring both.