Probate and Estate Administration

Probate and Estate Administration in Texas

Trusted Guidance From a Houston Probate Attorney
Losing a loved one is never easy—and the legal process that follows can feel overwhelming. At The Law Office of Melissa E. Palmer, P.C., we guide families through probate and estate administration in Texas with clarity, compassion, and efficiency.

Whether your loved one had a will or passed away without one, we can help you understand your rights and responsibilities, avoid costly mistakes, and settle the estate as smoothly as possible.

What Is Probate in Texas?

Probate is the legal process used to validate a will, pay the deceased’s debts, and distribute assets to heirs or beneficiaries. If there is no will, the estate is distributed under Texas intestate succession laws.

Our Houston-based law firm represents executors, administrators, and heirs throughout all stages of Texas probate.

Probate and Estate Administration Services

As an experienced Texas probate attorney, Melissa E. Palmer offers legal support for:

– Independent and dependent administrations
– Validating and filing wills with the probate court
– Handling intestate estates (no will)
– Small estate affidavits and muniment of title
– Notifying heirs and creditors
– Resolving beneficiary disputes
– Transferring title to homes and other assets
– Final estate distributions and accounting

Streamlined Support for a Difficult Time

We handle both uncontested probate cases and more complex or contested estate matters. We’ll walk you through each legal requirement, prepare court filings, and help you meet all deadlines—so you don’t have to face it alone.

Can Probate Be Avoided?

Yes—through proper estate planning. Our firm also helps families avoid probate through the use of revocable living trusts, transfer-on-death deeds, payable-on-death accounts, and other tools. Ask how we can help protect your loved ones from probate in the future.

We know this may be your first experience with probate law. Let us make the process easier.