What Recourse Is Available if Inheritance Is Stolen?
March 15, 2023
What Can You Do If Someone Steals Your Inheritance?
Beneficiary Battle over Presley Estate Reveals Possible Problems in Estate Planning
March 13, 2023
A badly in debt woman dies leaving the proceeds of substantial insurance policies to her children only to have her trust contested by relatives who claim an amendment naming the children as beneficiaries is invalid with no witnesses, misspelled names, suspicious signatures and was never given to previous trustees for review as required by agreement. A long, expensive, and protracted legal battle likely is brewing.
What Is Probate Court?
March 6, 2023
Probate court ensures that a will is executed according to the wishes of the individual who has passed away.
What Is an Estate Planning Checkup?
March 2, 2023
An appointment with your estate planning attorney can address any holes that have developed and ensure that everything is in place.
What Should I Know About Probate Costs?
February 27, 2023
Probate is the process of proving a will and settling an estate after an individual (decedent) dies.
You Need a Digital Estate Plan
February 22, 2023
For most people, pretty much everything they owned could be held, sorted and doled out by their estate lawyer. Today, that’s far less true.
What You Need to Know About Inheritance
February 14, 2023
Heirs receiving an inheritance can expect the process to take time. Having a plan for the money and consulting with professionals are also things to keep in mind.
What Happens When Property Is Owned Jointly and an Owner Dies?
January 24, 2023
Various types of property, such as bank accounts and real estate, can be owned jointly with another person(s).
What Is Included in an Estate Inventory?
January 9, 2023
One of the essential steps in the probate process is filing an inventory of all the assets that are part of the estate.
Does My Estate Plan Need an ‘ePlan’?
January 3, 2023
At any given time, the average American maintains between 30 and 50 online accounts. These may be with banks, financial institutions, utility companies, email providers, social media outlets, commercial shopping or travel sites and accounts unique to technology, such as an account to purchase apps for a smartphone.