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ESTATE PLANNING  
 

Probate

After the death of a loved one, one of the most painful realizations you will face is probating their estate.  The state of Texas gives you four years from the date of death to file for probate.  Regardless of whether the deceased left a will…regardless of the size of the estate…at least consult with the Law Office of Jarrett C. Perkins.  In order to legally transfer property of the deceased, you must file for probate.  If your relative died without a will you will go through a process called intestate secession.  During intestate secession you and your relatives will receive probate assets of the decedent according to the Texas Probate Code.  We also have experience with Small Estate Affidavit in the event the estate has less that $50,000 in probate assets. In some cases the will is simply needed to convey title of real property the will can be simply probated as a Muniment of Title.   Additionally, we have held our clients’ hand through the complications of independent and dependent administration.  We are here to help ease the pain of what can be an arduous process.
 

Probate Litigation

At the Law Office of Jarrett C. Perkins we competently represent our clients in contested probate matters.  Unfortunately, not all probate matters are as simple as probating your relatives Last Will and Testament.  In these instances we vigorously represent our client’s interests before the Court. Probate litigation is not a commonly practiced area of law nor is it an easy one, it is however a necessary one.  We are establishing a good reputation with the Probate Courts in Harris and Fort Bend counties. Our probate litigation practice has also extended into Brazoria and Wharton County. We have fought battles for heirs and potential heirs in the form will contests and cases where the biological relationship is in question.  We look forward to presenting or defending your case before the Court.

 




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THE LAW OFFICE OF JARRETT C. PERKINS  
6750 WEST LOOP SOUTH , SUITE 690 BELLAIRE, TEXAS
PHONE: (713) 977 - 6600  
FAX: (713) 977 - 6601