Most Tarrant County precincts allow you to file your small claims lawsuit through the following methods: In-person. You can go to the court you wish to file your small claims lawsuit and file the forms with a court clerk in person. Online. Some Tarrant County precincts allow e-filing or electronic filing. By mail.
Most Tarrant County precincts allow you to file your small claims lawsuit through the following methods: In-person. You can go to the court you wish to file your small claims lawsuit and file the forms with a court clerk in person. Online. Some Tarrant County precincts allow e-filing or electronic filing. By mail.
Many justice courts accept online filings through the eFileTexas online portal. Individuals without a lawyer can use the eFileTexas Self Help guided interview process to fill out and file a Texas small claims petition.
The administration of an estate involves (1) gathering the assets of the person who died, (2) paying his or her debts, and (3) distributing the remaining assets to those entitled to them under the terms of the Will and/or the laws of descent and distribution.
When a Will appoints a dependent administration that means court approval is required for every step in settling the estate, including the sale of real property. The Will may not give the executor (independent or dependent) the power of sale. This means a court order to sell may be required.
Unless limited by the terms of a will, an independent executor, in addition to any power of sale of estate property given in the will, and an independent administrator have the same power of sale for the same purposes as a personal representative has in a supervised administration, but without the requirement of court ...
Greater flexibility: An independent administrator has broad powers to manage and distribute estate assets without court approval. This can provide greater flexibility to the personal representative to make decisions quickly and efficiently, without the need for court approval for every action.
Once the affidavit is completed and notarized, it must be filed with the county clerk's office in Tarrant County.
A dependent administration is the probate procedure that you ocassionally hear about on the radio, striking fear into the hearts of retired and elderly everwhere. A dependent administration is a type of probate proceeding wherein the Court oversees every aspect of an estate.
It must be filed in the county clerk's office where the property is located. This will help establish a clear chain of title and allow the heirs to sell the property. Courts often have specific rules about small estate affidavits. Make sure to check any local requirements before you apply.