When someone passes away, it’s up to their executor to handle the probate process. But what happens if the executor of a will dies? While that’s a rarity, it can create complications as someone else ...

When a loved one passes away and you know you need to get the probate court involved, oftentimes people find themselves asking where they begin. Further, people often wonder if they must get an ...

At the time, the attorney said all beneficiaries needed to wait eight months before the proceeds of the sale would be ...

So what is probate? For those unaware, probate is a process conducted by a court (typically referred to as a probate court) that determines the validity of the deceased person's will. The court also ...

Executors across the United States regularly discover that managing a parent’s estate creates emotional crosscurrents that have little to do with legal paperwork. Even in families without ...

When it comes to handling your loved one’s estate, the executor has a series of important duties and responsibilities. If you suspect an executor is mishandling their responsibilities or mismanaging ...

Simply put, an executor manages the last will and testament of someone who dies. Acting as an executor is an honor and a huge responsibility. As the designated representative of the deceased, ...

Far too many of us put off finalizing estate documents because we get hung-up on one or more decisions where we believe we have less than optimal choices. Over my next few posts, I will provide my ...

Probate can be a lengthy and complex process, leaving executors eager to find ways to expedite it. Familiarizing yourself with the legal procedures and documentation required to settle an estate ...

Our grandmother passed away a few months ago, and she left behind a complicated, even messy, situation. My four brothers and I are the heirs. My father was left with nothing. That is clearly stated in ...