Transfer on Death and Ladybird Deeds in Kemah, Texas
West and West LLP – Helping Kemah Homeowners Simplify Estate Planning
At West and West LLP, we provide estate planning services designed to help Kemah residents transfer real estate to loved ones without the delays and costs of probate. Using tools like Transfer on Death (TOD) Deeds and Ladybird Deeds (Enhanced Life Estate Deeds), we help you secure your home or investment property while keeping full control during your lifetime.
Whether you’re along the waterfront, in a private subdivision, or own investment property near the Kemah Boardwalk, we’re here to guide you with local knowledge and trusted legal support.
⚓ Why Kemah Homeowners Trust West and West LLP
✅ Local Knowledge of Galveston & Harris County Law
We understand how to properly draft, execute, and record TOD and Ladybird Deeds in both counties, depending on where your Kemah property is located.
✅ Customized Planning for You and Your Family
Whether your goals are to pass your home to children or protect it from probate delays, we tailor your deed to match your specific needs.
✅ Full-Service, Hassle-Free Process
From consultation to final recording, we handle everything so you don’t have to worry about legal red tape.
📜 What Are TOD and Ladybird Deeds?
Transfer on Death (TOD) Deed:
- Lets you name a beneficiary to inherit your property when you pass.
- Allows your property to avoid probate entirely.
- You retain full ownership and control during your lifetime.
Ladybird Deed (Enhanced Life Estate Deed):
- Offers more flexibility than a TOD deed.
- You can sell, lease, or mortgage the property at any time—without the beneficiary’s involvement.
- Can help shield your home from Medicaid estate recovery after death.
✅ Why Kemah Residents Use TOD and Ladybird Deeds
- No Probate Court Involvement in Galveston or Harris County
- Maintain Complete Control While Alive
- Private Transfer of Real Estate (No Public Probate Record)
- May Protect Your Home from Medicaid Recovery
- Can Be Modified or Canceled Anytime
📍 Serving Kemah and Nearby Coastal Communities
We proudly assist clients throughout the Bay Area and along the Gulf Coast, including:
- Kemah
- Seabrook | League City | Clear Lake Shores
- Dickinson | Friendswood | Nassau Bay
- Galveston | Texas City | Webster
📝 Our 4-Step Estate Planning Process
- Consultation
We listen to your goals and evaluate which deed fits best—TOD or Ladybird. - Document Drafting
We prepare all paperwork in accordance with Texas law and your wishes. - Execution & Recording
We walk you through signing and file the deed with the Galveston or Harris County Clerk, depending on your property’s location. - Lifetime Support
We’re always here to help with updates, revocations, or future planning needs.
📞 Protect Your Kemah Property the Right Way
Don’t leave your loved ones with a probate headache. A Transfer on Death or Ladybird Deed ensures your property passes smoothly and privately.
📍 Office Near Kemah:
3818 Fox Meadow Lane, Pasadena, TX 77504
📞 Call Us: (713) 222-9378
📧 Email: west@westandwest.com
