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Court Bonds 10.06.2021

Probate Litigation?

Family disputes over real estate or gifts. Contesting wills or trusts. Conflicts about guardianships or conservatorships. These are all examples of issues that can result in lengthy probate litigation cases. Experts advice families on the…
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Probate Litigation?
Court Bonds 09.29.2021

Grieving and Playing Detective?

Imagine your loved ones digging through papers while in a state of grief? Unfortunately, this is what happens when there is a death in the family before affairs are put in order. For additional incentives…
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Grieving and Playing Detective?
Court Bonds 09.29.2021

Vacation Joy or Inheritance Headache?

If you have had the good fortune of enjoying a vacation home or timeshare, good for you! Don’t be too quick to assume, however, that family or friends want to continue your tradition when you…
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Vacation Joy or Inheritance Headache?
Court Bonds 09.08.2021

Trustee? Ask These Questions First

When a family member or friend asks you to serve as the trustee, it’s an honor, conveying they trust you to look out for the beneficiaries. It is also, of course, a big responsibility. Before…
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Trustee? Ask These Questions First
Court Bonds 09.08.2021

Trusts Are Helpful When…

We all need an estate plan. Frequently, a basic last will and testament is a great way to lay out your wishes and leave affairs organized for your loved ones. Sometimes, depending on your intentions…
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Trusts Are Helpful When…
Court Bonds 08.13.2021

Surprise Heir? Scholastic Drama

  Dick Robinson, CEO of Scholastic, died, suddenly this summer. Though most of us didn’t know him, we have all most likely touched some of the many mega-successful publications that are part of his legacy….
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Surprise Heir? Scholastic Drama
Court Bonds 08.13.2021

Second Marriage? Estate Planning Tips

  Marrying again later in life? Beautiful! Do talk about your hopes for how assets are to be shared with loved ones when you die. Better yet, experts say, make a plan. Don’t forget to…
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Second Marriage? Estate Planning Tips
Court Bonds 08.04.2021

Wills: Make One?

  Gallup’s latest poll indicates that despite the traumatic lessons of the pandemic, the percentage of American’s who have created a will has remained about the same for the past three decades. Here are the…
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Wills: Make One?
Court Bonds 08.04.2021

What Are The Steps of Probate?

  Each state has its own procedures and laws for the probate process, though the end goal is the same: transferring assets out of the deceased person’s name to heirs or beneficiaries. When there is…
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What Are The Steps of Probate?