Generally, you can file the affidavit in the county where the decedent lived (had a domicile or fixed place of residence) at the time of death. Important: Talk with a lawyer if, at the time of the decedent's death, the decedent did not live in the county where you want to turn in the affidavit.
In Texas, the small estate affidavit must be filed with the court and the court must approve the affidavit. After the court has approved the affidavit, it can be presented to a bank, organization or person, which then has to release the assets to the person with the affidavit.
Procedures: Please e-file all appropriate documents for your case with the Bexar County Probate Clerk's office, including Proposed Orders, Judgments, Affidavits of Heirship, and Proof of Death for review.
No. You are not required to hire a lawyer to file a Small Estate Affidavit in Texas. Many probate courts offer downloadable forms and clear instructions for filing.
To contact the County Clerk's Probate Department, please call 210-335-2241. To search for court records please visit the Bexar County Odyssey Portal.
The "right of redemption" refers to one's ability to reclaim the property even after the foreclosure sale takes place. In Texas, the "right of redemption" is only available for specific kinds of foreclosure actions such as foreclosures of certain tax liens and property owners association assessment liens.
Probate records of Texas have been kept by the probate clerk in each county courthouse. You can obtain copies of the records from the clerk's office. In most counties, all information pertaining to a probate case is recorded in the "probate minutes."
Request A Copy You may make your copy request by eFiling, mail, or in person. Please make sure to provide the name and case file number, if available, for each request.
In Texas, here's what usually happens after a foreclosure auction: Eviction Process: It starts once the property is sold at auction. Required Move-Out Time: You often get an eviction notice soon after the sale. Sheriff Eviction: If you don't leave by the date on the notice, the sheriff may enforce the eviction.
Probate Courts Probate Court 1. Judge Oscar Kazen. 100 Dolorosa, Office #117. Probate Court 2. Judge Veronica Vasquez. 100 Dolorosa, Office #123. San Antonio, TX 78205. Probate Court 3. Judge Barbie Scharf-Zeldes. 126 E. Nueva St, Ste 320. Mental Health Court. 300 Dolorosa, Basement (Across from Central Jury Room)