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A Guide to Avoiding Probate Litigation
There are many types of probate litigation, including guardianship and conservatorship disputes, will contests, conflicts over family real estate, and true intentions…
The Probate Process Without a Will
A recent survey finds that 59 percent of men and 72 percent of women do not have a will or estate plan….
The Probate Process
Probate proceedings seek to validate the decedent’s last will and retitle the estate’s assets into the name of heirs according to the deceased’s wishes….
An Overview of Probate
The American Bar Association (ABA) describes probate as the legal process that recognizes a will and names the personal representative (executor) to…
Probate Can Be Disrupted by Creditors
In a will, the personal representative (executor) specifies that the date of death of the testator must be publicized, typically in a…
The Probate Process and Outstanding Debts
Probate can be avoided if you have the right strategy in place, saving you money in taxes, avoiding public proceedings, and the…
How Do I Know if I Need Probate?
Probate is the legal process by which the estate is authenticated and the deceased’s assets are distributed to the beneficiaries. Whether or…
Choosing to Do Your Own Estate Planning Can be Risky
You may think creating your estate plan with do-it-yourself documents will save you cash. However, it can be costly in the end,…
Death With a Will versus Death Without a Will
We don’t want to think about death, especially our own death. Add to that the question of what will happen to our…
Creating a Will for Your Blended Family
Trying to be equitable among your heirs can be tricky, and relying on your spouse and children to work things out after you are gone is not a good plan….