Probate

As your parents are putting together their estate plan, they tell you that they want to name you as the estate executor. You’re going to be involved in the process of gathering their assets and distributing them according to the estate plan. But you may know that your...

When you’re making your estate plans, there are lots of decisions that have to be made – not the least of which is who you want to name as your executor.  Most people choose a family member or a close friend for the job, and that may be what you’ve always thought you...

When creating an estate plan, you will encounter several terms and jargon. This can make the process seem overwhelming and confusing. One term to learn is “trustee.” Knowing the role of a trustee is something you should understand. Understanding the role of a trustee...

Although more people recognize the importance of estate planning, many still avoid drafting a will. Often, this is due to the general dislike of considering one’s final days of life. After all, to write a will is to contemplate a time when you no longer exist. Aside...