When a parent passes away, the void can feel insurmountable. But losing both parents? It's an experience too difficult to put into words. As you come to terms with loss, you may be navigating through legal obligations that seem very complex. You may find yourself asking questions like: How doe...
When family discussions turn to estate matters after a loved one's passing, you may find yourself in one of two positions. On one hand, you may have learned that you are the named executor in the deceased's will. You may be grappling with the weight of your new role and want to navigate your resp...
Dealing with estate matters after a loved one passes can be quite a complicated experience. And tensions run even higher when a disgruntled family member or relative suddenly steps forward to contest the will. In this article, we'll uncover the reasons behind such objections and offer some guidan...
Discovering that someone is stealing from a loved one's estate could be one of the worst nightmares a grieving family could experience. Not only does theft damage trust and relationships, but it could also delay the distribution of inheritance. If you suspect that someone has committed theft from...
One of the most aggravating experiences in probate is dealing with someone who stubbornly refuses to leave the estate home. This person could be an heir or, in some cases, the personal representative who lived with the deceased before death. Situations like these can complicate matters, delay the...
Common Red Flags Part 3: Refusing to provide an accounting of the estate Are you a beneficiary of an estate, but the Personal Representative is refusing to provide you with information? Is the Personal Representative required to provide an accounting? We will answer these questions and more in this...
It is common for heirs or beneficiaries to worry when the personal representative takes too long to distribute their inheritance. This is usually the case when families are not familiar with the intricacies of the probate process. Knowing how the probate timeline works will help you understand wh...
When someone passes away, it is common for family members to ask questions about their loved one's financial assets. They might wonder: "What do I do with their bank accounts?" "Can someone withdraw from these accounts?" "Who will deal with their financial matters?" "Who is responsible for my ...
Common Red Flags Part 2: Taking Too Long to Settle the Estate A lot of our clients reach out to us because they are having issues with the Personal Representative of the estate. A common complaint that we hear is that the estate process is just taking too long. How long does it typically take to se...
Common Red Flags Part 1: Lack of Communication A lot of our clients reach out to us because they are having issues with the Personal Representative of the estate. Sometimes the relationship that our client had with the Personal Representative has never been good and now it is just getting worse. Ot...
People granted power of attorney may be tempted to exploit a deceased person's estate and act in their own interest. If you feel that this might be happening in your family, you must act quickly to protect your loved one's estate from further harm. Taking legal action can be a chaotic process,...
