A probate attorney will provide a smooth and efficient process, keep costs and fees reasonable, and provide your family the support they need. With the death of a loved one comes grief and stress. You’ve got to support your own family through the moment and attend to...
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...
When planning your estate it is important to understand the difference between probate and non-probate assets. Probate is the process through which a court determines how to distribute your property after you die. Some assets are distributed to heirs by the court...
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...
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...
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...