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Someone who is appointed either in the deceased’s will or by the court to administer the estate is called an executor or personal representative. This person is responsible for gathering and appraising your assets, settling any debts left behind, and […]

What is an estate plan? Estate plans are documented directions an individual leaves for his or her loved ones which specify how their assets and property should be divided upon their death. An estate plan can also contain directives as […]

Discussing estate planning and probate with your family is not only awkward, it can create stress even though you are simply preparing them for the future. Of course, they should be prepared with basic knowledge in order to take up […]

Powers of Attorney come in many forms.  These flexible documents can help make sure that if you are ever unable to manage your affairs because of illness or disability you have named a trusted person to look out for your […]

Being hit by a truck as a passenger vehicle driver can result in disaster, severe physical injuries and car damages. If you were recently hit by a semi, you can rely on the support of a truck accident attorney for […]

A wrongful death case has an executor appointed for estate administration including the filing of complaint for personal injury on behalf of the deceased. This is not a straightforward process like it seems, in fact, it can be much more […]

After a loved one passes away, you may wonder how their assets and belongings will be handled and transferred. Grieving the loss of a loved one is already difficult, but dealing with the legal estate process to follow can add […]

Advantages of Probate Court   If a loved one recently passed away, you and your family may be required to go through the probate process. It is commonly thought that the probate process is complex, time-consuming and expensive. In certain […]

  Estate planning and probate can be complex matters that add stress to already stressful situations. In addition, there are many misconceptions associated with these matters. When approaching estate planning or probate, it’s important to know the facts of events, […]

After your divorce is finalized it is important to update your estate planning documents, as a family attorney relies on can attest. Wills, trusts and power of attorney documents can be easily updated to reflect changes. The information in your will […]