by Greg Port, J.D., M.B.A. | Dec 29, 2019 | Blog, Probate, Succession Planning
When a loved one passes away, there is a lot to consider. Not only do you have to deal with the grief of their passing, but if you are named as executor, then you have the added stress of dealing with their estate. When someone passes, most of their assets will go...
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. | Mar 21, 2018 | Blog, Probate, Succession Planning, Wills
When a person dies without a will, the probate estate is described as “intestate.” Each state has different laws that decide what happens to a person’s estate if no will is present to divide property among heirs. You might assume it would be a fairly straightforward...
by Greg Port, J.D., M.B.A. | Oct 4, 2017 | Blog, Last Will & Testament, Ohio Estate Planning, Ohio Estate Planning Lawyer, Succession Planning
When planning your estate, it’s important to ensure that you complete it properly so your wishes are respected and your family will not be left with an estate hassle after you pass away. In my 20+ years of legal experience, I have witnessed cases where relatives of a...
by Greg Port, J.D., M.B.A. | Sep 27, 2017 | Blog, Ohio Estate Planning, Ohio Estate Planning Lawyer, Succession Planning, Trusts, Wills
Having a trust in the state of Ohio keeps your loved ones out of probate court. Instead of your family experiencing a lengthy probate court process to gain access to your assets and distribute them as you intended, a living trust takes the hassle of probate court out...
by Greg Port, J.D., M.B.A. | Aug 2, 2017 | Blog, Business Owners, Estate Administration, Succession Planning
Running a successful business for most of your life has likely been a great feeling of accomplishment, but have you thought about the future lately? What would happen if you suddenly passed away? Would your business be able to carry on without you, or would it just...