Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Texas
My mother passed away 6 years ago, just found out about some mineral rights do I need an attorney to probate her will now?
Asked on 3/04/11, 5:31 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Arthur Geffen
Arthur H. Geffen, P.C.
It's too late to probate a will. In texas you have to do it within 4 years of death. Depending on what county you are in you might be able to probate the will as a muniment of title. If you are the only heir, there may be other options open to y ou. Also, many time Texas residents own mineral interests outside the state of Texas, ie. Oklahoma. If that's the case here, you would need to deal with Oklahoma law.
Answered on 3/04/11, 7:25 am