Though probate has a negative reputation, thoughtful estate planning can often prevent or minimize the need for it. In reality, most heirs will have to navigate the probate process to some degree after losing a loved one. Understanding what probate…
Legally, probate is the process of authenticating the will of a deceased person, reviewing their assets, paying their debts and taxes, and distributing their remaining assets to their heirs. After an asset-holder dies, the court will appoint a valid will’s…
At the beginning of the probate process, knowing the lawyer’s role is an important step whether you are the Executor or an heir. One of the biggest sources of conflict in probating the estate is understanding the role of the…
In a will, the personal representative (executor) is responsible for entering a public record of the death date of the testator, usually in the local newspaper. In part, this information serves as notice to creditors if the decedent has an…
It is widely known that after the death of a loved one, probate is a process that occurs in probate court. Unfortunately, fewer people know that it can be a long and complicated process. It can sometimes take months, or…
Probate can be avoided if you have the right strategy in place, saving you money in taxes, avoiding public proceedings, and the requirement for court approval. It can save you time, frustration, and in many cases, significant attorney and court…
Probate is the legal process of handling the estate of someone who has passed, where an executor assists in the distribution of the assets, clearing any debts, and finalizing any taxes owed in accordance with the will. To begin probate,…
Regardless of whether you are an heir of the probate estate or the Executor, it’s necessary to know your probate lawyer’s role at the beginning of the legal process. One of the biggest sources of conflict in probating the estate…
We hear this question all the time. Read on for information to help figure out whether you need a trust and, if so, what kind fits your specific situation. For example, maybe you have a disabled child and you…
Probate is the legal process for authenticating a deceased person’s will, reviewing their assets, paying their outstanding debts and taxes, and distributing what remains to their inheritors. After an asset-holder dies, the court will appoint a valid will’s executor to…
