(830) 227-2100

Blog

Stay informed with legal updates and insights from The J.M. Dickerson Law Firm.

What Your Business Attorney Needs From You

The attorney-client relationship works in both directions. Your business attorney brings legal knowledge, experience, and judgment to the table. But they also need something from you. Understanding what counsel requires from clients helps you become more effective in that role and receive better guidance in return. Our friends…

Learn more

10 Tips For Discussing Plans With Your Lawyer

Estate planning meetings can feel intimidating. You’re discussing private family matters, complicated financial information, and difficult end-of-life decisions with someone you may have just met. Our friends at Carpenter & Lewis PLLC discuss how preparation and open communication lead to better planning outcomes and stronger attorney-client relationships. Your…

Learn more

15 Signs You Need To Update Beneficiaries Now

Beneficiary designations control who inherits life insurance, retirement accounts, and investment accounts regardless of what your will says. Outdated beneficiaries create devastating results when ex-spouses, deceased individuals, or estranged family members receive assets you never intended them to have. Our friends at Theus Law Offices  discuss how regular…

Learn more

14 Essential Documents Every Estate Plan Needs

A comprehensive estate plan involves more than just a will. Multiple documents work together to protect your family, manage your assets, and honor your wishes in various situations. Our friends at Kravets Law Group discuss how each document serves a specific purpose in creating complete protection for you…

Learn more

Estate Planning Mistakes Costing Families Money

Most people think estate planning means writing a will and checking it off the list. That’s where the trouble starts. Families end up paying thousands they shouldn’t have to because of mistakes that were completely avoidable with the right planning. Our friends at Davis & Johnson Law Office…

Learn more

Common Estate Planning Errors That Cost Families

Estate planning protects your family’s financial future, but small oversights can create significant problems. Many people assume their affairs are in order, only to leave their loved ones facing unexpected costs and legal complications. Our friends at Montana Elder Law, Inc discuss how preventable mistakes often result in…

Learn more

Why Executor Disputes Can Stall Estate Distribution

When a person passes away, the executor’s responsibility is to manage and distribute their assets according to the will or, in some cases, state law. While this process may seem straightforward, disagreements often arise between executors, heirs, and beneficiaries that can lead to significant delays. The Central Role…

Learn more

What Our Clients Have To Say

Hear from the families and businesses we proudly serve.

View More Testimonials

Connect With Our Legal Team

Your future matters to us. Reach out and let’s get started.