by Greg Port, J.D., M.B.A. | Jan 2, 2020 | Blog, Estate Executor, Probate, Wills
Going to probate court alone is a big decision that will have an impact on your life throughout the probate process. And, as the state of Ohio has not yet adopted the Uniform Probate Code (UPC), a set of laws designed to simplify the probate process, your court case...
by Greg Port, J.D., M.B.A. | Mar 7, 2019 | Blog, Estate Executor, Probate, Wills
For a variety of reasons, people sometimes want some or all of their assets to pass directly to specific individuals upon their deaths, outside of probate. One way to accomplish this is to set up a “payable on death” (POD) account for money in a bank account or a...
by Greg Port, J.D., M.B.A. | Feb 15, 2019 | Blog, Estate Executor, Probate, Wills
Every adult is assumed to be capable of making his or her own decisions unless a court determines otherwise. If an adult becomes incapable of making responsible decisions due to a mental disability, the court will appoint a substitute decision maker, often called a...
by Greg Port, J.D., M.B.A. | Dec 15, 2018 | Blog, Estate Executor, Probate, Wills
Is a will created on a tablet, mobile phone or computer valid? An Ohio judge says yes, but most states have not addressed the issue. As electronic devices become more commonplace, this question will inevitably arise more frequently. Javier Castro was in the hospital...
by Greg Port, J.D., M.B.A. | Oct 22, 2018 | Blog, Business Owners, Elder Care, Elder Care Law Attorney, Estate Administration, Estate Executor, Living Trust, Ohio Estate Planning, Ohio Estate Planning Lawyer, Ohio Probate, Probate, Special Needs Planning, Succession Planning, Trusts, Wills
Within this comprehensive guide, you will find advice on estate planning, including wills, trusts, life care planning, as well as ways to avoid probate in the state of Ohio.Quick links: Estate Planning Life Care Planning Avoiding Probate What Is Probate Why You Want...
by Greg Port, J.D., M.B.A. | Nov 8, 2017 | Blog, Estate Administration, Estate Executor, Estate Sales, Ohio Estate Planning Lawyer, Ohio Probate
Trying to manage your assets can be a major challenge in life, and it can become even more complicated after death. I’ve often met with families who do not realize complexities that come in managing the assets of a deceased loved one. The families I’ve spoken to often...
