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What if someone dies without a will in Texas?

February 17th, 2022

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What If Someone Dies without a Will?


When an individual dies without a will, intestate succession law will govern. Under Texas law, a statutory framework determines how a decedent’s estate will be distributed. This is referred to as Intestate Administration.  The following chart, courtesy of the Harris County Probate Courts provides a visual illustration of how the estate assets will be distributed under the current Texas statutes.


Intestate Property Distribution


Intestate Property Distribution

Do you have questions about an estate plan, or the probate of an estate?  Contact the Heights Law Group  to get your questions answered today.  Call 713-931-1111 or send an email to info@heightslawgroup.com

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