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Reducing the Risk of a Family Fight in Probate Court
Many family circumstances can increase the risk of probate litigation. High-risk factors that often bring about probate litigation can include sibling rivalry,…
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…
What Is a Gun Trust?: Estate Planning Q&A
According to Pew Research, 30 percent of adults in the United States report owning a firearm. Gun sales have risen in recent years,…
Establishing Your Trust and Choosing a Trustee
Trusts offer benefits beyond wealth accumulation, serving various purposes and addressing specific challenges that go beyond financial considerations. Particularly, trusts can effectively…