Best Probate Attorneys in San Antonio, TX

ANCILLARY ADMINISTRATION IN TEXAS When a non-resident deceased person leaves a will it becomes known as a "foreign" will. If there is a need for administration of the estate located in Texas of a non-resident then the executor named may apply for ancillary probate and request ancillary letters testamentary. The two requirements for this are that the will would affect property in Texas and proof is presented that the will has already been probated or established in another U.S. or foreign nation. An ancillary probate is usually easier than an original probate in Texas. When there is no need for formal administration and the foreign will has already been probated in a state other than Texas then it is usually sufficient to file authenticated copies of the original probate proceeding (will, order, etc.) in the county deed records where the non-resident owned real property. If the will has not already been probated in another state it may be necessary to file a regular application for probate in Texas. If you have a situation like this and need help in the Bexar County, San Antonio Texas and surrounding area, contact probate attorney Tammy L. Wincott to discuss options.