If a family member has died intestate (without a will), what are the next steps to transferring the property of the decedent’s estate? Probate can be overwhelming and an expensive process. Currently, any executor, administrator, or guardian in Harris County must be represented by counsel. What are my options if the estate is small and only consists of property that amounts to $75,000 or less? Probate may not be required in this case if the transfer of property qualifies for a Small Estate Affidavit.
Read moreCrim Pro: IDs for Reentry
The following Crim Pro post highlights resources for obtaining primary and alternative identification documents (IDs).
Read moreCiv Pro: Get Ready for a Court Hearing
Now that you know the procedure for setting a hearing for your court case as a self-represented litigant, it’s time to prepare yourself for appearing in court. This post in the Civ Pro blog series will suggest resources to help self-represented litigants prepare for a hearing for a civil case.
Read moreCiv Pro: 5 Sources for Drafting Legal Letters
If you are facing a legal problem, and you have already tried other methods to solve it and are considering taking to someone to court, you may send them a demand letter notifying them of your intent to take legal action. A demand letter begins the negotiation process with the aim to settle the legal dispute without going to court.
Read moreCiv Pro: Assorted Forms for Self-Represented Litigants
If you are hoping to file and finish a case or lawsuit in Harris County without an attorney to represent you, you may need to file forms or follow procedures specific to pro se litigants. If you are representing yourself in a case or lawsuit, you are a self-represented, or pro se, litigant. Each court has different procedures and requirements that pro se litigants are expected to follow in the same manner as an attorney. It is always best to contact the clerk of the court where your case is assigned to ask about procedures for pro se litigants.
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