When someone passes away, it is common for family members to ask questions about their loved one's financial assets. They might wonder: What to do with their bank accounts? Can someone withdraw from these accounts? What happens to their 401k? Who will deal with the financial matters? Who is responsi...
After a loved one's death, you may suspect that the executor is not handling the estate properly. Below are some common examples of executor misconduct and what can be done to avoid such situations. Questions like these might have crossed your mind: How do I find out if the executor is mishand...
One of the most aggravating experiences in probate is dealing with someone who stubbornly refuses to leave the estate home. This person could be an heir or, in some cases, the personal representative who lived with the deceased before death. Thus, a question pops up: "Can an heir living on the prope...
When a loved one dies, coping with grief might not be the most challenging part you have to handle. You might also pay bills, sort the documents, and probate the deceased estate. During this process, some of the questions you might have are about how to find a will, whether you are a beneficiary in ...
When a parent passes away, the void can feel insurmountable. As you come to terms with loss, you may be navigating through legal obligations that seem very complex. You may find yourself asking questions like: How long do you have to transfer property after death? How to transfer property ...
Dealing with estate matters after a loved one passes can be quite a complicated experience. Moreover, tensions run even higher when a disgruntled family member or relative suddenly considers contesting a will. In this article, we’ll uncover the reasons behind such objections and offer some guidan...
Probate litigation is scary to think about and even more terrifying to experience firsthand. The possibility of family members becoming enemies or estate assets turning into legal fees is seriously concerning. Wouldn't it be better to know how to deal with a probate dispute when it happens and how t...
If the deceased leaves an unclear will, there can be a lot of confusion and chaos. This will eventually lead to misunderstandings and frustrations among the loved ones. Who can be named as an estate beneficiary? If you are an heir, are you automatically a beneficiary? If a deceased left a will with ...
A will is one of the core documents of a deceased person's estate—it allows everyone to know the decedent's last and final wishes. Basically, the executor has the legal obligation to ensure that those wishes are fulfilled according to the law, being responsible for taking care of the late person's...
For so many people, the loss of a loved one or a family member is a moment characterized by complex emotions, and the idea of probate becomes a daunting thought. Did the deceased leave a will where he clearly mentions who the beneficiaries of his inheritance are and names an executor to fulfil his l...
As probate attorneys, one of the questions we often receive is related to how to claim the deceased’s bank accounts. When a family member or a dear person dies, you might discover you are responsible for solving many problems. One of these duties can be accessing and closing the late person's a...
In the complex probate process, an executor plays a vital and nuanced role. The personal representative appointed by the deceased person is responsible for paying the decedent's debts and distributing inheritances to the beneficiaries as stated in the late person's will, ensuring that the assets are...
