Law Office of Todd A. Wilson

03/24/2026

⚖️ Will vs. Trust: What Do You Actually Need?

Most people assume it’s an either-or decision.

The truth is many Texans can benefit from both a will and a trust.

Find out why and:

📜 What really makes wills and trusts different

🧭 When each one makes sense (and when it doesn’t)

🚫 How to avoid probate in Texas

🚨 What can happen if you don’t set up a will or a trust

If you have assets, a family, or long-term goals, this guide is for you.

👉 https://tawlawtx.com/trusts/will-vs-trust-texas/

Find out the differences between wills vs trusts in TX, including how they work, when probate occurs, the costs, privacy issues & more.

03/10/2026

Probate taking longer than expected? ⚖️

You may not have to just wait it out.

In Texas, beneficiaries have specific legal tools that can compel movement when an estate stalls — but timing, strategy, and creditor protection matter.

Find out:

🏛️ When you can request court-ordered distribution

📑 How partition actions work under Texas law

🔍 What a Demand for Accounting can reveal

🧾 Why creditor claims and taxes impact timing

🏠 What happens when heirs disagree over inherited property

If you’re facing prolonged probate, executor inaction, or disputes over inherited assets, this guide is for you.

👉 https://tawlawtx.com/texas-probate/3-ways-to-force-estate-distributions-in-texas/

Texas provides ways to force estate distributions in probate. Here’s how it works, why heirs & others take this legal action & how a probate attorney can help.

02/05/2026

💻 Cryptocurrency isn’t just an investment — it’s an estate planning issue. ⚖️

From access and security to trusts and fiduciary risks, digital assets raise questions that traditional plans don’t always address. 🔐

Find out what Texans should consider when it comes to crypto estate planning.

👉 https://tawlawtx.com/trusts/cryptocurrency-blockchains-in-estate-planning/

Find out how to address digital currencies based on blockchain, like crypto, in Texas estate plans. See the unique considerations & key strategies for crypto.

01/15/2026

⚖️ Estate plans rarely fail all at once.

More often than not, they drift slowly out of alignment, until something forces action.

Find out what areas are most likely to lose effectiveness and how a strategic New Year's review can:

🧭 Restore clarity across documents, beneficiaries, and decision-makers.

🛡️ Reduce risk during incapacity or emergencies.

📂 Prevent costly delays, disputes, and court involvement.

🔄 Keep your plan aligned with current laws and life circumstances.

Check out this essential checklist (+ downloadable PDF) 👉https://tawlawtx.com/trusts/your-new-years-estate-planning-checklist/

12/03/2025

🖊️ Time to change powers of attorney in Texas?

If so, you’ll need to know the rules, so you can close the gaps and ensure outdated powers don't create more problems in the future.

Find out how it all works and:

🕓 When to change a power of attorney

⚖️ 8 steps to change a power of attorney in Texas

🧩 How to change a power of attorney when dementia or incapacity is involved

📜 What items are required to change powers of attorney

💵 How much it all costs.

This guide can help you navigate POAs and understand your options under Texas law.

👉 https://tawlawtx.com/estate-planning/how-to-change-powers-of-attorney-in-texas-a-guide/

Discover how to change a power of attorney in Texas, from replacing agents to revoking old documents, with Texas-specific steps, costs, and legal rules.

11/18/2025

🗝️ Who can access, manage & close bank accounts when a loved one dies? 💰

The answer is more complicated than most people realize.
Find out why and:

🏦 What happens to individual and joint bank accounts after death

🖋️ Who is an “authorized signer” on bank accounts

⏳ How soon bank accounts need to be closed after death in Texas

📜 What documents are required

✅ And more

Knowing how to handle bank accounts after death can save families time, reduce stress, and prevent costly delays or disputes during an already difficult process.

👉 https://tawlawtx.com/legal-advice/a-guide-to-accessing-closing-texas-bank-accounts-after-death/

Here’s what happens to Texas bank accounts after death, looking at joint accounts, PODs, required documents, how to access & close accounts & more.

10/14/2025

Debt doesn’t die when a loved one passes away.

Find out what happens to debt after death, including:

💳 Credit card debt

🩺 Medical bill debt

💍 Debts a deceased spouse has

🧾 Other debt

Knowing how to handle debt after death can help families avoid unnecessary stress, protect assets, and ensure that obligations are addressed in full compliance with Texas law.

That can help streamline probate—and it can preserve a loved one’s wishes, so that more goes to the heirs and beneficiaries, as intended.

👉 https://tawlawtx.com/legal-advice/how-to-handle-debt-after-death/
Austin

Find out what happens to debt after death in Texas, including what debts are (& are not) forgiven, what happens to credit card debt after death & more.

09/25/2025

📜 Losing someone can be incredibly difficult.

The paperwork that follows won’t make things less complex, but it CAN make things easier—as long as it’s handled properly.

From wills and death certificates to probate filings and more, find out:

✅ What documents are essential after a loved one passes away
✅How each document usually comes into play (why you need it)
✅How many death certificates to request
✅How long to keep ‘death documents’ and more

👉
https://tawlawtx.com/legal-advice/what-paperwork-do-you-need-when-someone-dies-in-texas/

Austin

A Clear, Practical Guide to Death Certificates, Wills & Other Vital Documents Few people realize how much paperwork follows a death until they have to deal with it firsthand. This post-death paperwork is not extra red tape or an exercise in futility. It’s often the legal key to accessing bank acco...

09/10/2025

⚖️ Settling an Estate with Minimal Disputes 📜

In Texas, settling estates can create a lot of conflict.

That doesn't mean fighting is inevitable or that you can't take steps to avoid it.

Find out what it really takes to settle an estate with little to no conflict and:

🔹 What “settling an estate” really means
🔹 Conflict-reduction strategies for executors and heirs
🔹 How to avoid disputes when there's no will
🔹 What happens when estates are NOT settled
🔹 More

It's not just about "keeping the peace." It's about avoiding unnecessary costs and challenges while honoring a loved one's wishes and legacy.

👉 https://tawlawtx.com/legal-advice/how-to-minimize-conflict-when-settling-an-estate-in-texas/

Settling an estate in Texas doesn’t have to come with disputes. Find out how to settle an estate in Texas with minimal conflict in this insightful guide.

09/02/2025

If you own or buy property in Texas, your info can be in searchable public records. 🔎

Find out what’s exposed & if your personal info becomes public record with:

➡️Mortgage liens
➡️Property tax records
➡️Utility bills and more

Don’t ignore the solution for protecting your privacy.

Discover how to keep your name out of public records and gain invaluable peace of mind.

👉 https://txprivacytrusts.com/are-mortgages-property-taxes-appraisals-utility-bills-public-record/

When you own real estate in TX, your personal info can be public record. See how that works with taxes, mortgages, phone numbers, utilities & appraisals.

07/23/2025

🧾 Are you going to make probate easier—or more challenging—for your heirs? 🚧

The difference comes down to what you do now.

Find out why and:

✅ When probate is required

✅ Whether all wills must be probated in Texas

✅ What it takes to minimize the need for probate

✅ How to set executors and beneficiaries up for smoother transitions and success.

Start planning smarter → https://tawlawtx.com/legal-advice/how-to-simplify-texas-probate-for-your-heirs/

Probate is notorious for being complex, but it doesn’t have to be. See how to make probate easier for beneficiaries & executors & why it really matters.