When an estate is admitted to probate, one of the first things that happen is a personal representative is appointed by the court. This is typically the person named in the will to act as the personal representative of the estate, and they are often a friend, family member, or […]
Author: Ellis Law
Following the death of a family member or loved one, the last thing anyone wants to do is dispute the will. Unfortunately, there is no convenient time for these disputes to arise. Disputes over the validity of the will, interpretation of its terms, or how the will is being administered […]
The election of President Biden and other Congressional democrats has signaled significant changes in store for many Americans. In addition to political and cultural changes, proposed tax plans could profoundly impact current and future estate plans for many Americans. While we don’t yet know what changes will be passed and […]
The probate process serves two main purposes: (1) the transfer of the estate assets to the beneficiaries; and (2) the orderly payment of claims held by creditors against the estates. For many, the transfer of assets often overshadows the payment of creditors’ claims even though creditors’ claims must be paid […]