When a will is revealed, clients may be surprised or disappointed by its contents. Sometimes, clients wonder whether their loved one really freely consented to the will at all, or whether someone was coercing them behind the scenes. If it is proven that the testator did not freely make the […]

The thought that someone may have hidden or destroyed a deceased loved one’s will can turn an already difficult situation into one that is overwhelming, confusing, and deeply troublesome. Still, it’s far more common than most people realize.  When family members panic, act out of fear, or intentionally try to […]

A will usually names a Personal Representative (PR), but what happens if that person cannot or will not serve? It happens more often than you may realize. In some families, the appointed person has died. In others, a family member may not have the time, expertise, or desire to take […]

Drafting and executing a will is an important step in the estate planning process. Do not assume, however, that the mere existence of the will settles any and all questions. Wills can be challenged and found to be invalid. If you are involved in an estate and the will seems […]