A man who introduced himself as Alex called last week. I was on another call, so I let the call go to my voicemail. He didn’t leave a…
An Affidavit of Heirship is a legal document that summarizes the deceased person’s family history and the identity of their heirs. Although it is not a formal adjudication…
Who are your beneficiaries? When was the last time you updated your beneficiary designations? If you’re like most Americans, it’s probably been a really long time!I…
Lawyers use a lot words when talking about trusts, often assuming that everyone knows their meaning. But in speaking to clients and friends, I realized that many…
When a person dies and probate is necessary, a court will appoint a personal representative to oversee the winding up of the decedent’s affairs. Executors and administrators…
I know someone who uses Facebook as somewhat of a digital diary. She regularly shares photos and stories that document her daily life, major life events, and milestones. Her feed…
Without three important documents, you may not be able to help when your child needs you most. Attorney Rania Combs explains.
One section of the estate planning questionnaire I send my clients asks them to rate their level of concern about various issues. One issue about which most indicate…