Wills & Family Planning

If you pass away without one, Texas intestate succession laws decide who inherits your property – which often means delays, added cost, and outcomes your family wouldn't have chosen. A will lets you decide who inherits, who raises your children, and who carries out your wishes.

You must be at least 18 years old and of sound mind, and the document must be signed and witnessed properly. Anna drafts wills that meet every Texas requirement, so your plan holds up when it matters.

Texas does recognize "holographic" wills written entirely in your own handwriting and signed. However, they're easier to challenge and can create complications for your family. A properly drafted, witnessed will is far more likely to be accepted without problems.

Yes – and for parents, it may be the single most important protection the plan provides. Naming the guardian you trust keeps that decision with you, instead of leaving it to a court to decide.

A will takes effect after you pass away. Powers of attorney and medical directives protect you during your lifetime – they let someone you trust handle financial and medical decisions if you're ever unable to. A complete plan usually includes both.

No – a will guides the probate process: it tells the court who inherits and who manages your estate. The good news is that Texas probate is often simpler than in other states, and Anna can help structure your plan so the process is as smooth as possible.

After major life changes – marriage, divorce, births, deaths in the family, a move, or significant new assets. Anna recommends reviewing your documents every few years so your plan always reflects your life as it is now.

Contact the office to schedule a confidential, no-obligation consultation. Anna will walk you through your options in plain language and put the right documents in place – clearly, correctly, and without the overwhelm.