While Rhode Islanders can avoid the costly and complex process of probate when they pass along financial assets like pension plans and life insurance policies to a named beneficiary, these mechanisms ...

Will Motlow has been the Probate Judge in Lauderdale County for nearly a decade. He decided to apply for the newly opened ...

My stepmother's family claims they cannot find the original will. The lawyer who wrote the will does have a copy and his assistant actually witnessed the signing. I still carry the last name of my ...

HOUSTON COUNTY — Love is in the air in Houston County as the Probate Court will ordain wedding ceremonies for dozens of ...

TAKE NOTICE: A hearing will be held on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Alger County Probate Court before Judge Charles C. Nebel P39695 for the following purpose: Petition for Appointment ...

If the language to create a Totten Trust sounds familiar, it should. Totten Trusts are basically Payable on Death (POD) and ...

Probate can be a real headache, and it’s something most folks want to dodge if they can. It’s not just about the red tape; it ...

Many people are confused about whether to use a will or a trust in estate planning. Each has its advantages and disadvantages. A will is a legal and binding contract that ...

From updating your will to planning for your children's care to addressing long-term care needs, make your family's needs a priority in 2025.

Based on my research, I feel like I’m pretty well versed in what I am supposed to do when it comes to creating an estate plan ...

Navigating the probate process in Nevada may seem daunting, but understanding the steps can ease the journey. Probate is the ...