Serving as the personal representative of an estate, as a trustee of a trust, or in another fiduciary capacity is a significant responsibility. The attorneys at Hopper Mikeska are experienced in advising clients as to their duties and assisting them in efficiently administering trusts and estates in accordance with Texas law.
If you have been named as an executor of a probate estate or as trustee of a trust, you will need expert counsel to help you understand your authority and the fiduciary duties you owe to the beneficiaries, creditors, courts, and taxing authorities, in order to fulfill your responsibilities and be protected from liability. We will educate you on your responsibilities including gathering assets, notifying beneficiaries and creditors, responding to claims, selling assets, filing tax returns, and distributing assets in an appropriate manner. Similarly, if you are the beneficiary of an estate or trust, you will undoubtedly have questions about your rights, the fiduciary’s responsibilities, and what to expect, and we can provide skilled counsel in this regard.
The attorneys at Hopper Mikeska, PLLC advise clients in every capacity with respect to estate and trust administration, and we are particularly experienced with complicated administration matters. If you need assistance in initiating a probate proceeding, or if you have a concern or problem with an ongoing estate or trust administration, we can help you to understand your rights and legal options. Our attorneys have a breadth of experience handling estates and trusts of all sizes, and we understand that effective administrations include both legal expertise and sensitivity to the unique assets and/or family dynamics that are often involved.
