Practice Area

No Will — Intestate Estate

Texas Probate Court

Situation — How This Comes Up

My family member died without a will and we are fighting over the estate.

What You Need to Know First

Intestate succession in Texas does not simply divide property equally among family members. The rules are specific and often surprising — especially for blended families.

Full Analysis

When a Texan dies without a will, the Texas Estates Code determines who inherits. The order of succession depends on whether the deceased was married, had children, and the nature of the property.

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