Trusts are a popular estate planning tool for a number of reasons – they simplify estate administration, offer incredible flexibility, and help families retain their privacy, just to name a few. That said, many people wonder if they should have a will in addition to their trust, or wonder if […]
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 […]
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 […]