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Estate administration and probate court representation for Tarrant County families after a loss.
Probate in Tarrant County
What Fort Worth Clients Should Know
Our attorneys handle probate matters for clients throughout Fort Worth and greater Tarrant County, with attention to local court procedure, filing requirements, and timelines. Below are specific, checkable facts relevant to probate cases in Texas.
- Probate matters for Tarrant County residents are generally filed in the Tarrant County Probate Courts.
- Texas offers several probate paths depending on estate size and will status, including independent administration, dependent administration, and small estate affidavits (Estates Code Chapter 205) for qualifying small estates.
- A will must generally be filed for probate within four years of the decedent’s death under Texas Estates Code § 256.003, though limited exceptions exist.
General legal information only, not legal advice for your specific situation — laws and local procedures change, so confirm current requirements with an attorney before acting.
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How long do I have to file probate after a death?
Texas Estates Code § 256.003 generally requires a will to be filed for probate within four years of death, though limited exceptions can extend this in specific situations.
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