SCOTT H. STILES · TEXAS ESTATE ADMINISTRATOR
Texas estates.
Practical, accountable
administration.
From protecting property and addressing claims to court approvals and final accounting, I carry the work of an estate forward.
SCOTT H. STILES
Responsibility
for the work
of the estate.
Attorney & Estate Administrator
San Antonio, Texas
A PRACTICAL APPROACH TO ADMINISTRATION
An estate needs attention.
Every step deserves a plan.
An administrator takes on real responsibilities: protecting assets, keeping financial records, addressing obligations, communicating about the administration, and completing the required court work.
My work as an attorney and administrator connects the legal process with the practical issues an estate leaves behind, especially when real property is involved.
- Act within the appointment and applicable court orders.
- Keep the administration organized and documented.
- Carry necessary work through to its next step.
THE WORK OF ADMINISTRATION
From appointment
to completion.
Services center on the responsibilities of the administrator, with a particular focus on dependent administration and estate real estate.
Dependent administration
Continuing court oversight, required approvals, reporting, and the daily work of the estate.
Learn moreIndependent administration
Responsible management and follow-through within the authority established for the estate.
Learn moreEstate property & sales
A coordinated approach to property preservation, title, occupancy, and sale procedures.
Learn moreAccounting & completion
Organized records and attention to the steps required for distributions and closing.
Learn moreFIND YOUR NEXT STEP
Where does the estate
need attention?
Choose the situation that brings you here. You can also contact me directly.
ATTORNEY REFERRALS
An estate needs someone to serve.
Discuss a potential appointment with the county, case status, type of administration, and immediate issues in mind.
- County, court, and cause number, if a case is open
- Existing appointment or proposed administrator role
- Property, claims, or other issues needing attention
A CLEAR APPROACH
Understand the estate.
Carry the administration forward.
Evaluate
Review the circumstances, proposed role, and whether an appointment is appropriate.
Qualify
Address the court process, qualification, letters, and bond if required.
Administer
Manage property, records, claims, reporting, and necessary court approvals.
Complete
Work toward authorized distributions, final accounting, and closure.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Clarity before
the first conversation.
Understand the role and what to have ready when discussing an estate.
All QuestionsWhat does an estate administrator do?
An administrator is a court-appointed personal representative who handles the administration of an estate. The work can include identifying and protecting assets, reviewing claims, keeping records, obtaining required court approvals, accounting for the administration, and distributing property as authorized.
What is dependent administration?
Dependent administration involves continuing probate court supervision. The administrator must follow applicable statutory procedures and court orders, including approval and reporting requirements for particular actions.
Can Scott be appointed automatically through this website?
No. A conversation or referral begins an evaluation. Any appointment depends on the applicable court process, qualification, availability, potential conflicts, and the orders entered in the estate.
Will Scott represent each heir as a lawyer?
The administrator’s responsibilities and any legal representation must be identified separately. Serving as administrator does not by itself establish an attorney-client relationship with each heir or beneficiary. Interested persons may need their own counsel.
START WITH A CONVERSATION
Does an estate need an administrator?
Tell me where the estate is located, whether a case is open, and what needs attention.