Category Archives: Probate Litigation
How to Handle a Contested Will
So your loved one died and left a will. That’s a good start, as most people die without any sort of estate planning in place. However, having a will doesn’t necessarily mean everything is fine and dandy. It’s possible for a will to be contested. A jealous relative or even a complete stranger may… Read More »
Steps to Take as an Executor
Dealing with a loved one’s death can be an emotional experience. Not only are you dealing with the grief but you may have to play a role in settling the deceased’s estate as well. This is called being the executor of their estate and it’s not an easy task. There are important decisions to… Read More »
Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid
Estate planning is a complicated subject. Many people avoid it altogether because they’re in denial over their future death. And in many cases, those who do have some sort of estate plan in place make mistakes with it. These errors can lead to conflicts and costly probate litigation. Estate planning is essential at any… Read More »
Probate Issues That Executors Face
Dealing with the death of a loved one is something we all have to face at some point. This may mean having to handle their estates. For many people, being named as an executor of an estate can be an honor. But it can also be a real headache. Being an executor means taking… Read More »
Probate Issue: Buying and Selling Real Estate
When you think of real estate investments, you may be looking at commercial property or maybe multi-unit buildings, such as apartments. However, you should not overlook real estate in probate proceedings. As an investor, buying probate real estate is a win-win situation. You buy the property and assist families in the difficult process of… Read More »
Marriages Often the Subject of Probate Litigation
When a person dies without an estate plan, their estate goes into probate. Even if there is a will, the court will supervise the process of dividing up the deceased’s estate. Most matters handled by probate courts are uncontested. However, disputes can happen for a variety of reasons. There can be issues about the… Read More »
Can I Contest A Trust?
One of your parents died and had a trust. The trust seems suspicious, though, as it favors a long-lost relative instead of you and your siblings. What can you do? Should you just accept the trust as is and move forward or can you contest it somehow? You might be able to. Your ability… Read More »
Top Myths About Estate Planning
Not many of us want to think about what will happen when we die. That time could come tomorrow, a decade from now, or maybe 50 years into the future. We never know, so we try to live our lives to the fullest. However, we still need to plan for our death. This means… Read More »
Is A Revocable Trust Worth It?
As you get older, you may be thinking about death a lot more. What will happen when you die? How will your assets be distributed? There are a lot of things to think about. You have several options, including wills and trusts. Wills are pretty basic and while they’re adequate for those who have… Read More »
Estate Planning Mistakes That Can Cause Probate Disputes
Many people fail to plan for their eventual death. Then there are those who do engage in some sort of estate planning and think they are doing their loved ones a favor but instead only make matters worse. Messy estate planning happens often. Maybe the plan hasn’t been updated in more than a decade…. Read More »