Filing for Executor Texas

[peterpam]

My father passed away leaving a hand wriiten note leaving his property/home etc.. to his children and me (his daughter) to be in charge. I was told by the county clerks office that the note is considerd a will and I will need to fill out a Hiership form? I did purchase the form but it states it use is for someone who did not leave a will and I am really confused. can someone point me in the right direction, I dont want to file the paperwork and it be a waste of time and money. I just need to know what correct forms I should fill out. Thanks in advance for your time

Pam

[GotSmart]

You need a real lawyer to make sure that everything is done right. Relying on a clerk might work, but be on the safe side and spend the money.

[peterpam]

I agree, trying to do this on my own might not be a good idea. also I do not live in Texas so I will have to do some searching on probate lawyers in that area.

Thanks for your reply it is appreciated

[GotSmart]

The last thing you need is to have your family mad at you over "phantom funds."

Good luck.