Will Preparation in Flower Mound, Texas

Find the right Will Preparation attorney in Flower Mound, TX

In Flower Mound, Texas there are many problems that can rear their heads, derailing the process of drafting or executing a will. Typical examples include ambiguities in the language of the will, leading to conflicts and challenges. Most of these issues can be staved off through quality drafting.

If your estate doesn't include a lot of money and property, and you only want to leave your assets to a few people, making a will can be pretty simple.

However, even with "simple" wills, there are a few prevalent stumbling blocks that frequently make things far more difficult down the road. Fortunately with proper will preparation, most of them are easy to avoid, with the help of a good attorney in Flower Mound, Texas.

Most of the problems that plague wills stem from failure on the part of the drafter to comply with the required formalities. These requirements aren't terribly complex, but they have to be followed to the letter if a will is to be valid. Typically, wills have to be witnessed and signed by at least 2 people, and it must include a clear statement that the document is, in fact, a will. You should choose the witnesses carefully, because if they have any direct interest in the will, they won't count as valid witnesses.

Holographic Wills in Flower Mound, Texas

If you need to make a will quickly, some states permit you to write a "holographic will." This is simply a will which the testator hand-writes. These types of wills don't need to be witnessed.

A holographic will, where they are permitted, will usually be interpreted liberally, to give effect to the testator's intent if at all possible.

You should be aware that not all states recognize holographic wills. In such states, you can of course still handwrite your will if you want. But for the will to be valid, it has to be accompanied by all the formalities (including witnesses) needed for any other will.

If your estate is relatively small, and the devises you wish to make aren't very complex, a holographic will can be a good option if they're valid in your state. Of course, it's never a bad idea to make a will with the assistance of a lawyer.

How Can A Flower Mound, Texas Lawyer Help?

Because of the formalities that must accompany most wills, it might be advisable to have a Flower Mound, Texas attorney help you draft it.

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Life in Flower Mound

Flower Mound is located in Denton and Tarrant Counties, Texas. It is a suburb that is part of both Forth Worth and Dallas--a unique quality. Per the 2010 census, the population is 64,669 people.

How did Flower Mound get its name? Well, it is named after a 12.5 acre mound filled with wild flowers and slopes. This property is owned by the Mound Foundation. This is a fact that many visitors find very interesting.

Famous people that have, at one time or another, called Flower Mound home include "Mean Joe" Greene, Glen Titensor, Donald Driver, Tony Casillas, Chris Brown, and David Murphy.

Flower Mound is also home to many attorneys who have established themselves while working in local law offices and small firms. These attorneys practice in various legal areas, are well-experienced, and focus on providing excellent legal services.

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