Leon County Advanced Planning - Client is a 68 year old resident of Leon County, Texas. Client would like a Will, which gives her husband a life estate in her separate property. Client does not want his children from another marriage to inherit. Client is not tech savvy and does not use emails.
Client would like to file for Ch. 7 Bankruptcy in the Western District of Texas. Client is a 64 year old widow of a veteran, who recently passed, and she resides in Bell County, TX. The client has at least two secured debts, a mortgage and personal loan, as well as unsecured debt. The client owns a car, but used it as collateral for a personal loan. The client's only income is Social Security Disability.
Robertson County Guardianship - Client would like to apply for successor guardianship of her son (the Proposed Ward), who is autistic, low-verbal and has violent tendencies. AP's father (C's ex-husband) was legal guardian (filed in Montgomery County) of AP, but he passed away on December 31, 2023. The Proposed Ward currently resides in Brenham State Supported Living Center - Robertson County- (aka Brenham State School). The Proposed Ward was voluntarily enrolled in this school by his deceased father/guardian. The school provides 100%, 24/7 care for people with mental disabilities - including medical, therapy etc. The Proposed Ward's SSI is signed over to the school to offset costs of his care. The Proposed Ward has one adult sibling, who is not contesting this guardianship.
Bell County Advanced Planning - Client is a 61 year-old resident of Bell County, and she would like a Will, a Transfer on Death Deed (TODD), a Beneficiary Designation for a Motor Vehicle (VTR-121), Statutory Durable Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney, HIPAA, Physician's Directive, Declaration of Guardianship, Disposition of Remains, and any other advanced planning documents recommended by the pro bono attorney. All finalized documents may be executed by Lone Star Legal Aid personnel, if needed.
Domestic violence survivor in her mid 40s needs assistance with a divorce. There is a history of physical and verbal abuse in the marriage. Client and abuser married in August 2003 in Harris County, and they separated in 2006. They do not have any community property. There are no minor children of the marriage. Client is engaged to someone now and wants to get divorced so she can marry her fiance legally. Client states she has spoken with her ex-spouse and he confirms he will sign a waiver of service.
Fort Bend County Bankruptcy - Client is a 42 year-old single mom, who resides in Fort Bend County. Client would like to file for Ch. 7 bankruptcy in the Southern District of Texas. The client has approximately $40,000 unsecured credit card debt. She has been paying the minimum on several, while on others she has completely stopped payment. The has two secured debts: a mortgage and car note, which she is two weeks behind on payments. The client has no assets other than home and car.
Client needs assistance with clearing title owned by her mother, so she can sell the property. Client's mother and late stepfather bought the property, but it was discovered that one of the previous owners, who is believed to be deceased, still has partial ownership. A Suit to Quiet Title in Trial court in McLennan County may be necessary to remove the previous owner's name.
Montgomery County Bankruptcy: The client is a resident of Montgomery County, and she would like to file for bankruptcy in the Southern District of Texas. The client has about $26,000 in unsecured credit card debt (3 credit cards), which she has not paid on for about 1 year. Client also owes the IRS back taxes for about $1300. To client's knowledge, no collections suits have been filed against her; however, a former roommate notified the client that someone was trying to serve her legal notice at her prior residence. Client is going to follow up on that issue. Several years ago, client and parents were evicted from their apartment. There is about $5,000 rent owed. The lease was in client's name. A owns a car that has been paid o ff, and she has no other assets.
Bell County Divorce: Client is a 61 year-old resident of Bell County, and she would like to divorce her husband. There are no children of the marriage, and the only asset is her husband's retirement. The client has resided in Bell County for the last 90 days and in Texas for more than 6 months. Her husband agrees to divorce, and he resides in Hays County.
Madison County Advanced Planning: Client is a 79 year old resident of Madison County, TX, and she would like to obtain a Will, Statutory Durable Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney, HIPAA, Declaration of Guardian, Physician's Directive, and Disposition of Remains, as well as any other estate planning documents recommended by the pro bono attorney.
Bankruptcy Southern District: Client is a 59 year old resident of Fort Bend County, and she would like to file for bankruptcy in the Southern District of Texas. Client has approximately $20,000 unsecured credit card debt, as well as almost $14,000 medical debt. Client owns a car and a home. The car is paid off, but client still has a mortgage on her home.
"Montgomery County Advanced Directives: Client is a 65 year old resident of Montgomery County. Client would like a Will, and TODD, as well as any other advanced planning documents recommended by the pro bono attorney. Client is a Spanish speaker. "
Transgender woman in her late teens needs assistance to obtain court order for name and gender marker change. Being able to update her personal documentation to reflect her lived experience will significantly reduce her burdens and reduce discrimination on the basis of her trans status including employment, housing, medical care and education. Client can be assisted remotely, and documents e-filed in Travis county.
Mother in her early 40s needs assistance with a guardianship for her 20 year old daughter. Proposed ward is incapacitated and needs assistance with day-to-day. As regaining capacity is unlikely, a guardianship is recommended by her primary care physician. Proposed ward is in the care of her mother and father, and no contest is expected.
Single woman in her 60s needs assistance with a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy or other appropriate debt relief. Client is living with a disability, and due to her ongoing health condition required her to retire. Client cashed out her savings plans and incurred credit card debt while undergoing treatment. Client is now receiving her social security income as her sole income, which is sufficient to cover her necessary living expenses; however, she is unable to make her debt payments. Client was sued by one of the creditors and a judgment is expected against client. Client needs assistance with appropriate debt relief so that she can focus on her health and retirement.