Elder Law Handbook

The Tarrant County Bar Association has prepared the Elder Law Handbook to provide citizens of Tarrant County and the surrounding communities with information about issues commonly faced by an aging population. Much of the information contained in this handbook is applicable to the general population as well as to senior citizens.

Printed copies of the Elder Law Handbook are available for those who need a hard copy.

Download the Elder Law Handbook (Eleventh Edition – Winter 2026).

This handbook is based on Texas state law and federal law (where applicable) and is meant to inform, not to recommend. It provides a general summary of the laws as they existed at the time of publication of the Eleventh Edition (Winter 2026), but there may be changes to the law after publication. Moreover, to be useful as a summary, the handbook necessarily omits certain details that may be relevant to your situation. Situations also differ, sometimes subtly, and what is appropriate for one person or family may not be appropriate for another. You should seek the advice of an attorney about your particular situation. This handbook is not intended as a substitute for sound legal advice.

We hope this handbook will provide helpful information about the law and about resources for services and support organizations in the community. The Tarrant County Bar Association provides other services that may also be of use to you, including a Lawyer Referral & Information Service, LegalLine for brief legal advice, and the People’s Law School, where you can learn more about a variety of legal topics.

The Elder Law Committee of the Tarrant County Bar also provides speakers to organizations regarding general elder law issues, including wills and estate planning, probate, and guardianships. If you are interested in having one of our committee members speak to your organization, email admin@tarrantbar.org with your request or any questions about this service. Advance notice is appreciated.