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Talk to Your Loved Ones About Your Will
Using images commonly presented in films and other artistic works, picture in your mind a reading of a person’s last will and testament. In many fictional scenarios—which often tend to ignore the rest of the probate process completely—the will reading is shown a dramatic plot device through the which the decent is able to extract a measure of revenge or to surprise an unsuspecting heir with aContinue reading
Understanding Your Role as Executor
When a friend or a loved one asks you to serve as the executor of their estate, you may be inclined to immediately agree, due to the nature of your relationship with that person. However, you may really understand what your duties may entail until the time comes to fulfill the role, whether you are prepared or not. An experienced probate law attorney can help you learnContinue reading
A No-Contest Clause May Prevent Will Disputes
When a loved one dies, it can very difficult on the surviving friends and family members. The intense emotions of dealing with the loss can often make a grieving family member act in ways that would be otherwise uncharacteristic, leading to serious disputes over a variety of matters. A common point of contention is the deceased person’s will, and serious battles can affect the stability ofContinue reading
Remember to Amend Your Will after Divorce
Do you have a plan for your property and assets in the event of your death? Will your estate be divided among several different beneficiaries, or will most—or all—of it be inherited by your spouse? For many people, leaving everything to their spouse seems like the most logical choice, and in large number of cases, that might be true. But what happens in the eventContinue reading
Grounds for Contesting a Will
When a loved one has died, the emotional strain on you and your family can be nearly overwhelming. Depending on your relationship to the deceased, you may be responsible for making funeral arrangements, notifying distant relatives, and any number of other necessary considerations. You may not even give any thought to your loved one’s will until well after his or her death. When you finallyContinue reading