Houston Probate & Guardianship Attorney Houston Probate & Guardianship Attorney
The aftermath of a loved one’s death can be a difficult time. It can be emotionally draining and legally confusing. The deceased has assets, property and debt that must be administered within a certain amount of time. Houston Probate Attorney Stephanie Mudgett Boates can help you deal with the legal issues of probate and estate administration.
Ms. Boates has extensive experience in uncontested and contested matters under the Texas Estates Code. We represent individuals, family members and fiduciaries in probate administrations and creditors who have claims against the deceased’s estate in and around Harris County, Fort Bend County and surround counties.
Probate and estate administration is the process of collecting assets, paying debts and distributing the decedent’s estate to the rightful heirs and beneficiaries. If the decedent left a will, it can be probated through an independent or dependent administration.
Our firm efficiently handles all probate and estate administration issues, including, but not limited to:
If your loved one has passed away, our firm will evaluate the estate and advise you on which probate proceeding best suits your needs. If you are a creditor with a valid claim against the deceased, our firm can file a claim against the estate to assure that you are paid. Ms. Boates is always sensitive to your situation and handles probate matters with respect and integrity.
To speak with a Houston probate, estate administration lawyer, contact Stephanie Mudgett Boates, 281-584-0034.
Stephanie Mudgett Boates, P.C., represents clients in the cities of Houston, Memorial, Bellaire, Katy, Sugar Land, Richmond, Rosenberg, Cypress, Spring, Conroe, Tomball and Galveston and in the following counties: Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, Brazoria County, Galveston County and Waller County.