Drafting and executing a will is an important step in the estate planning process. Do not assume, however, that the mere existence of the will settles any and all questions. Wills can be challenged and found to be invalid. If you are involved in an estate and the will seems […]

Estate disputes can be incredibly delicate situations. Many people are reluctant to engage a lawyer too quickly for fear of poisoning the well and foreclosing any amicable resolution. On the other hand, valuable assets can be lost or beneficiaries and others can lose their rights if they wait too long. […]

It can come as quite a shock to discover that you have been left out of a family member’s will. Whether it was intentional or by accident, this is one of the most common causes of will disputes. To protect your rights, you need to take immediate action and speak […]

Even though they are easy to draft and relatively inexpensive, people die without wills more often than you might expect. This can cause a lot of anxiety for surviving family members and even lead to conflict. If your loved one has died without a will and you don’t know what […]