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In Part 2 of their discussion on Kyle Jacobs and Kellie Pickler, Joe and Sherry pick up after Jacobs’ passing to unpack how Tennessee intestate law works when there is a surviving spouse, no children, and living parents. We walk through how a prenup can or cannot control after death, why “personal property” becomes a flashpoint, the role of an administrator, and what families can do to avoid disputes.

In this episode, you’ll see how Tennessee’s intestate succession treats a surviving spouse when there are no children but living parents, when a prenuptial agreement can waive an elective share and direct specific items, and why proper execution matters if a prenup tries to act like a will. We also cover the administrator’s duties to identify, secure, and inventory assets, plus practical planning tips to prevent fights over sentimental items and intellectual property.

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In Part 2, Joe Cordell and Sherry Farmer pick up after Shelley Duvall’s passing to unpack what happens when there’s no will, how Texas common-law marriage can affect heirship, and why proactive planning matters. They are joined by Cordell & Cordell attorney Kelly Burris (Austin, TX) to walk through probate mechanics, “holding out” requirements, and practical options like prenups/postnups and life-estate planning for couples later in life.

You’ll learn how probate works when someone dies intestate (no will); the three elements of Texas common-law marriage and why cohabiting isn’t enough; how administrator disputes, heirship, and a guardian ad litem fit into the process; why this case settled and how the proceeds are divided; and practical planning tips for couples 60+, including whether to marry and how prenup/postnup clauses can coordinate both divorce and estate outcomes.

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