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How to Protect Stepchildren in a Texas Estate Plan When the Biological Parent Dies First

In Texas, stepchildren do not automatically inherit under intestacy unless they are legally adopted. That gap can unintentionally disinherit a spouse’s children from a prior relationship when the biological parent dies first. This article explains Texas-specific estate planning tools attorneys use to protect stepchildren, including trusts, beneficiary designations, and careful titling. Why stepchildren are uniquely […]

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How to Protect Stepchildren in a California Estate Plan When Remarrying and Having Children from a Prior Marriage

Blended Family Issues / Jack Gilbert

[In California, stepchildren typically inherit $0 under intestacy unless legally adopted. Remarrying and blending families can unintentionally disinherit stepchildren while creating conflict between a new spouse and children from a prior marriage. This article explains California-specific tools—trusts, beneficiary designations, prenuptial agreements, and fiduciary planning—to protect stepchildren without jeopardizing your spouse’s security.] Remarrying later in life—or

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