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Legal BriefsI’ve Had My Will Prepared, NowWhere Shall I Keep It?NBy Kathleen Cassidy Goodman, PLLCow that you finally “bit the bullet” and had your Will prepared, where is the best place to keepit? Under Texas law, absent extraordinary circumstances, in order to probate your Will the Court will need your Original Will and not a copy. This means you need to keep your Original Will in a safe place – but not too safe. Your family or your Executor needs to be able to locate your Original Will in order to probate your estate.The safest place to store your Will is undoubtably to place your Will in safekeeping with the local Probate Court. However, the downside is that if you want to change your Will, you need to go in person to the Court, present your identification, and request the Will. If you anticipate making changes to your Will, it is not recommended that you place your Will in safekeeping with the Court.However, it is highly recommended that you do put your Will in safekeeping with the Court if you are excluding a family member who may have access to your home. In the event the excluded family member comes to visit, this family member may discover your Will, destroy it, and receive a share of your estate under the Texas intestacy laws.There are other options. You could place your Will in a safe deposit box with a financial institution. Depending on the degree of trust you have with your Executor, you may want to give your Executor the right to access your safe deposit box in yourGolfing - continued from page 14you’re holding a metal club. Always end the game promptly and take cover when thunder is heard, as it means that lightning is occurring.• Stay hydrated. Bring along plenty of fresh water or an electrolyte sports drink to replenish fluids on hot days.• Be cautious of hazards. Hazards on a golf course provide difficult obstacles to makeYour Neighborhood Barber Specialists20711 Wilderness Oak, Suite 110 • SA, TX 78258 (210) 255-8482Hours: Mon 10am -7pm • weds-Fri 10am-7pm Sat 10am-5pm • Sun 10am–3pm (closed on TUES)Scan For AppointmentsINTERIOR & EXTERIORSNO MONEY DOWN!5 Star Rating!• Top Quality Paint• Drywall Repair• Cabinet Painting• Acoustic “Popcorn” Ceiling RemovalTEXAS BASED& FAMILY OWNEDCALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE210-895-9595 mrpaintertexas.com mrpainter9595@gmail.comlease. If your Executor is not on your lease, then a spouse, parent, or adult descendant may request the financial institution allow them to examine the contents to look for the Will. If all else fails, then your Executor may obtain a Court order to examine the contents of the safe deposit box.A less expensive and more common method is to place your Will in your safe. Some individuals use their gun safe which is a good place, as well. Storing your Will in a fire-proof box is good choice. Most importantly, make sure you tell your Executor where to find your Will regardless of where you decide to store it.Kathleen Cassidy Goodman is an attorney in areas of estate planning, probate, civil litigation, and business law. She can be reached at her office in Helotes at (210) 949-1000 or for more information, visit www.bexarlaw.complay more challenging. Hazards include bunkers (sand traps) and water. Keep in mind that wildlife linger in golf hazards and caution should be used when trying to play balls that fall in a hazard.Golf has inspired millions to hit the links and play a round. While golf is typically a safe sport, there are ways to make it even safer.EXPRESS WASH $59.99 | FULL DETAIL $179.99 MONDAY – SATURDAY 9:00 A.M.–5:00 P.M. | SUNDAY CLOSEDBOOK NOW CALL NOWwww.acemobiledetailtx.com 210-501-3359 PRICES VARY BY CAR SIZEYour Pet Deserves The Very BestWe Offer:• Daycare • Overnight Boarding• Grooming • Cattery • Beach Club• Dock Diving • Pet Bakery• Award Winning TrainingDock Day! August 24thReserve Your Spot! 9 am - 2 pmk9countryclub.net830-980-8476 31305 Oakview Rd.,Bulverde, TX 78163August 2024www.stoneoakhighlights.com 15$5.00 OFFOne coupon per person Expires 8-31-24