What Happens In a Will Contest Action?
Let’s face it. Things can get messy and complicated after the death of a loved one. Emotions often run high. People are stressed. Families will have to confront some difficult ...
Contesting a Will in New Jersey
Contesting a Will is a type of legal action brought to challenge the validity of a Last Will and Testament. The rules governing Will contests are state-specific so the process ...
Consider the Obligations and Burdens With Care before Accepting Appointment as Executor
Being designated by a friend or a loved one as the Executor of his or her estate is an honor, but with that designation comes many responsibilities and legal risks. ...
Estate Planning – Questions About Tangible Personal Property
Preparing a Will enables you to direct how and to whom your estate will be distributed once you’re gone. Your estate is comprised of your intangible personal property (including cash, IRA’s, ...
Estate Planning: Telling your Children What You’re Planning and Why
A critical part of estate planning involves identifying your beneficiaries, and specifying what they will inherit. Parents (particularly those who are widowed or divorced) often designate their children as beneficiaries. ...
If You Do Not Want Your Executor to Receive a Commission, Put It In Writing!
Unfortunately, when a loved one dies, arguments may arise among the heirs to the estate (also known as the beneficiaries). One potential area of dispute may involve a commission due the Executor ...
Executor, Trustee, and Testamentary Guardian – What’s the Difference?
Legal documents can be difficult to understand, containing unfamiliar words. In the case of Wills, certain key terms frequently cause confusion – specifically, Executor, Trustee, and Testamentary Guardian. We ...
Taking the Law Into Your Own Hands Can Prove Costly
We’ve all heard the adage, “You get what you pay for.” When it comes to getting “do it yourself” legal material off of the internet vs. seeing an attorney, this ...