Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Texas

Executrix Mismanagement
My former husband died in December 2005 and I was one of seven heirs. One of those heirs was named executrix. There has been a lot of mismanagement of the estate but the most blatant has been the cost to the estate of over $50,000 relating to cats. Yes, cats. The executrix is a feral cat rescuer and the deceased left all the feral cats on his property to her in his will and did not leave anything in his will for their care, boarding, etc. She has spent the $50,000 + on food, veterinary care and many thousands converting her garage to a cattery. Didn't the cats become her property immediately after his death and therefore her financial responsibility? Three of us would like to take her to court but can't afford an attorney; is it possible to get an attorney to take the case on contingency in a situation like this? P.S. We also can't get her to turn over any receipts.What is the name of your state?
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Asked on 3/14/08, 7:59 pm

Arthur Bashor Arthur N. (Art) Bashor, Attorney at Law

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Re: Executrix Mismanagement

That's an absolutely amazing story.

If I were in your position, heck yes I would contest the use of $50,000 on a herd of cats. (Don't get me wrong, I like cats, but 50K?)

You can petition the probate court for reimbursement of the estate by the executrix.

You say you can't afford to hire an attorney, but I would say that you can't afford not to hire an attorney.

Best wishes to you. By the way, let me know how it turns out.

Answered on 3/14/08, 8:20 pm

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