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Finding out you've been left out of a loved one's will can feel like a punch to the gut. You might feel hurt, confused or even angry. But remember, you're not alone. Many people face this situation and wonder what steps to take next. This short blog post aims to help...
Navigating probate in New York involves several expenses that can catch families off guard. Knowing the costs upfront can help beneficiaries and executors plan accordingly and avoid unnecessary surprises. Below is a breakdown of the typical costs associated with...
The estate planning documents someone creates while still alive determine exactly what happens with their property when they die. Every adult who has acquired resources and taken on responsibilities to others, such as their children, has the legal right to decide for...
Inheriting assets from a loved one can be a source of comfort as you grieve them. But what happens when that inheritance is stolen? Losing an inheritance to theft can be a devastating experience, leaving you feeling helpless and vulnerable. Inheritance theft can take...
You can never be too sure about the actual contents of a will until it is unveiled during probate. Therefore, it may come as a shocker when you discover that you are not among the beneficiaries of your loved one’s estate, contrary to your expectations. Given that your...
Probate often gets a bad rap. After all, if someone creates a will — or lacks an estate plan overall — their assets go through probate court. That means the testator’s privacy will be compromised. Plus, the process can take years and lots of money to ensure validity....
As your father’s estate goes through probate, something strikes you and other beneficiaries that things are not going so smoothly. Obstacles have surfaced and questions are not answered. What is at the root of this? Well, it turns out that the executor of your...
Typically, the documents someone leaves behind when they die will determine what happens to their property and the people who depend on them, but sometimes those documents aren't valid. Allegations of fraud can lead to challenges against someone's estate plan. Often,...
One of the most common allegations when contesting a will is undue influence. This occurs when it is believed that a person coerced the deceased into making changes to their will that benefit them unfairly. It can be challenging to show that someone manipulated your...
A loved one made the effort to create an estate plan, so you probably want to honor their last wishes. However, what if you believe the only way to fulfill their legacy is to challenge the documents in their estate plan? Maybe you learn that the instructions they...