Law Office of Jack K. Robinson

10/08/2026

What Does Estate Planning Cost in Texas? A Plain-Language Guide

Estate planning costs in Texas are around $1,000 to $3,000 for a will-based plan or $4,000 to $7,000 for a trust-based plan, and both include all the documents your family needs. What your plan will cost specifically hinges on your family situation, the type of plan you need, and whether your attorn...

10/07/2026

Did you know Texas has rules that determine who inherits if you die without a will?

If you die without a valid will, Texas intestacy laws determine how certain property is distributed to your heirs. Those rules may not reflect who you would have chosen.

An estate plan lets you make those decisions yourself.

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Are you ready to settle your estate? Is it time to plan your will? Jack Robinson makes it easy. Call us today!

10/05/2026

Being able to help a family through one of the most difficult experiences they’ve faced is one of the most meaningful parts of what we do.

10/02/2026

Being named as an executor doesn’t automatically give you authority to act for the estate.

In Texas, an executor’s authority to act on behalf of the estate generally begins after the probate court appoints them and they qualify to serve, with Letters Testamentary then issued by the clerk.

If you’ve been named as an executor, understanding your responsibilities from the start can help you avoid costly mistakes.

10/01/2026

If someone can no longer make certain decisions for themselves, a family member may need formal legal authority to make medical or financial decisions on their behalf.

Legal guardianship is different from simply being a caregiver. Understanding the difference can help families avoid difficult situations when important decisions need to be made.

Number of important legal issues involving the legal needs of elderly people. Texas Lawyer Jack Robinson is particularly experienced elder law attorney.

09/29/2026

You've spent 18 years advocating for your child. That doesn't stop at their birthday, and with the right legal plan in place, neither does your ability to protect them. Guardianship established before your child turns 18 ensures there's no gap in who speaks for them when they’re officially considered an adult.

Makes sure his clients are getting the best possible service on a Texas guardianship, here are some answers to common questions about Texas guardianships.

09/28/2026

False. A will generally still has to be admitted to probate. It gives the court instructions for how property should pass. Trusts, beneficiary designations, and certain joint ownership arrangements can help assets pass outside probate. Knowing the difference matters.

09/23/2026

Ladybird Deeds in Texas: Keep Your Home Out of Probate

Understand ladybird deeds and how they simplify estate planning while retaining control over your property during your lifetime.

09/21/2026

If a family member is showing signs of cognitive decline, the time to put legal protections in place is before a diagnosis, NOT AFTER. Once capacity is in question, the options narrow significantly.

Number of important legal issues involving the legal needs of elderly people. Texas Lawyer Jack Robinson is particularly experienced elder law attorney.

09/18/2026

People move. Relationships change. Circumstances shift. The person you named five years ago may not be in the same position today, and any guardian has the right to decline after you're gone. A successor guardian ensures there's always someone ready, willing, and legally named to step in.