The Ashmore Law Firm, P.C.

08/31/2026

You were adopted as a baby by a loving family. Your biological parent dies. Do you inherit from them?

Lori Ashmore Peters explains why the answer in Texas surprises people. What do you do about it?

Full post: https://www.ashmorelaw.com/blog/can-adopted-children-inherit-from-birth-parents-in-texas-.cfm

08/30/2026

Your ex is letting the kids watch R-rated movies on their time, What do you do about it?

08/27/2026

We're proud to share that our firm is featured in the September issue of the Dallas Bar Association's Headnotes.

Attorney Hamid Naraghi's article explains something we tell every client: a divorce is a legal event and an emotional one, and they need different kinds of support. Your attorneys handle the legal side. Our divorce coaching, included at no extra cost, helps you separate the two and connect with the right therapist or other professional when it would help.

Read the release:

The Ashmore Law Firm's team approach to divorce is featured in the Dallas Bar Association's September 2026 Headnotes. Legal counsel plus emotional support.

08/26/2026

Can you disinherit someone in Texas? Yes.

But should you?

In this reel, Lori Ashmore Peters gives a simple example: two children, one is left the house, and the other is left out of the estate plan entirely.

Texas law may give you options, but family dynamics and long-term consequences matter too. And when family members disagree over what happens after someone dies, those disagreements can sometimes lead to probate or estate litigation.

If you’re thinking about changing your estate plan, leaving unequal inheritances, or disinheriting someone, call The Ashmore Law Firm, P.C. or visit our website to learn more.

Already dealing with a dispute over an estate?
Download our guide: Your Road Map to Estate and Probate Litigation in Texas:
https://www.ashmorelaw.com/reports/your-road-map-to-estate-and-probate-litigation-in-texas.cfm

Where Family Law Meets Family Legacy.

08/25/2026

Is your spouse trying to control you through the kids?

Using the children to create conflict, control communication, interfere with parenting time, or pressure the other parent can make an already difficult divorce even harder.

Gary Ashmore explains why the key is not to react to every provocation. Stay focused on the children, document what is happening, set clear boundaries, and respond strategically.

You may not be able to control what your spouse does, but you can control how you respond.

Download our complimentary booklet:

Event + Response = Outcome: Navigating a Difficult Divorce with a Narcissist or Someone Who Exhibits Those Behaviors

https://www.ashmorelaw.com/reports/event-response-equals-the-outcome-navigating-a-difficult-divorce-with-a-narcissist-or-some-who-e.cfm

Learn more about child custody in Texas:
https://www.ashmorelaw.com/practice_areas/childcustodylawyerdallas.cfm

Schedule a confidential conversation with The Ashmore Law Firm, P.C.

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08/23/2026

Concerned that a family member serving as executor may be taking from the estate?

Before assuming the worst, start with communication.

Ask questions. Consider a family meeting. If emotions are running high, a counselor or neutral third party may help keep the conversation productive. You can also ask for openness, full disclosure, and clear communication about the estate.

And if something still does not add up, meeting with an attorney can help you understand the executor’s responsibilities and your rights as a beneficiary.

Family relationships matter. That does not give anyone a free pass to misuse estate assets, but not every disagreement needs to become a full-scale family battle.

If you need help understanding your options, download our complimentary guide:

Estate and Probate Litigation in Texas: Your Roadmap to Navigate the Process
https://www.ashmorelaw.com/reports/your-road-map-to-estate-and-probate-litigation-in-texas.cfm

Learn more about fiduciary litigation:
https://www.ashmorelaw.com/practice_areas/fiduciarylitigation.cfm

The Ashmore Law Firm, P.C.
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08/21/2026

Is staying together always better for the children?

Not necessarily.

In a high-conflict marriage, children can be exposed to constant tension, arguments, hostility, and instability. In some families, remaining in that environment may be more harmful than creating two calmer, more stable households.

Gary Ashmore explains why the real question is not simply, “Should we stay married?” It is, “What environment is healthiest for our family?”

Divorce is a serious decision, and every family is different. If your marriage has become consistently high-conflict, it may help to understand the process and your options before deciding what comes next.

For more clarity, download our guide:
Before Goodbye: Your Comprehensive Guide to Navigating Divorce in Texas

https://www.ashmorelaw.com/reports/steps-for-divorce-in-texas-before-goodbye-your-comprehensive-guide-to-navigating-divorce-with-co.cfm

If you are ready to talk through your situation, schedule a confidential conversation with The Ashmore Law Firm, P.C.

214-559-7202 | AshmoreLaw.com

08/20/2026

Three years in a row. ❤️

Lori Ashmore Peters has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® for Trusts and Estates for the third consecutive year — in the most selective edition in the award's 33-year history, and in her 30th year at the firm her father, Judge Joseph E. Ashmore, Jr., founded.

Best Lawyers is Purely Peer Review™ — it can't be bought. This recognition comes from other attorneys who do this work every day. Hear Lori thank them in her own words. 🎥

Read the full story: https://www.ashmorelaw.com/news/lori-ashmore-peters-named-to-best-lawyers-3rd-year-in-a-row.cfm

Where family law meets family legacy.
The Ashmore Law Firm | Dallas, TX

08/20/2026

Is your sibling the executor of an estate, and you suspect money or property is disappearing?

Do you say something, or do you do nothing?

An executor has a fiduciary duty to properly manage estate assets, follow the governing documents and court orders, and account for what is happening with the estate.

If funds are missing, property is being used for personal benefit, or the executor refuses to provide information, those can be warning signs that should not simply be ignored.

Lori Ashmore Peters explains why beneficiaries may have options when they suspect executor misconduct.

Download our complimentary guide:
Estate and Probate Litigation in Texas: Your Roadmap to Navigate the Process
https://www.ashmorelaw.com/reports/your-road-map-to-estate-and-probate-litigation-in-texas.cfm

You can also learn more about fiduciary litigation here:
https://www.ashmorelaw.com/practice_areas/fiduciarylitigation.cfm

Schedule a confidential conversation with The Ashmore Law Firm, P.C.

214-559-7202 | AshmoreLaw.com

08/19/2026

Divorcing a narcissistic spouse can feel like everything becomes a battle.

They may try to control the narrative, manipulate conversations, make accusations, hide information, or convince you that no one will believe your side.

But a courtroom is different from an argument at home.

Patterns of manipulation can become apparent when the facts, documentation, and evidence are presented. The focus should be on staying strategic, keeping good records, and not getting pulled into unnecessary conflict.

If you are preparing to divorce a narcissistic or highly controlling spouse, download our FREE guide:

How to Divorce Your Narcissist Spouse in Texas

https://www.ashmorelaw.com/reports/how-to-divorce-your-narcissist-spouse-in-texas-dallas-park-cities-and-highland-park-tx-divorce-a.cfm

Have questions about a difficult or complex divorce? Schedule a confidential conversation with The Ashmore Law Firm, P.C.

214-559-7202 | AshmoreLaw.com