So long as your child is not a minor, they can be disinherited in a will. Before you take this drastic step, you should consider it very carefully, as there could be a potential for bitter litigation. A will is a legally binding document. So long as you meet the legal requirements to make a will (have legal and…
The probate system means that the case goes through a court. Every court has a judge presiding in it, who is in charge of the legal process and makes key decisions in the case. When your case is in probate, it will be assigned to a judge. The hope is that your probate court judge will act in mostly…
You likely associate estate planning with outlining how your assets and property should be distributed after your death, and this is a huge part of the process. However, you can also plan for what happens if you become incapacitated, and perhaps most importantly, you can use an estate plan to protect your children in the future. To learn more…
The purpose of a trust is to set aside assets you own into an account that is designated to be managed by a trustee and ultimately received by third-party beneficiaries. While trusts can make the process following your death significantly easier and can give you confidence in your estate plan, they are not always as simple to create. There…
Estate planning can seem intimidating – after all, who wants to consider the possibility of becoming incapacitated or passing away? Furthermore, what type of documents do you need and how do you know if they are valid? The good news is that the estate planning process does not have to be stressful or complicated if you have the guidance…
Drafting a will is something that people put off for many reasons, not the least of which is that they do not want to deal with some of the thorny issues involved. However, the cost of not having a will can be something that your loved ones have to bear when you are not here. Accordingly, “now” is always…
