Living Trust vs. Living Will
There are many types of issues that fall under the legal field of probate law. Often time, these terms can […]
Living Will At A Glance
In a living will, individuals can designate which medical services they would like to receive if they become ill or
Nuncupative Will Guide
There are several types of wills and each has legal requirements which make the will valid. There are handwritten will
Holographic Will
A holographic will is a handwritten will, whereas most wills are typed. However, a holographic will may be easier to
What You Should Know About a Disclaimer of Interest
When an individual dies and he/she has now created a will prior to death, his/her estate will be divided following
Intestacy
Primogeniture Defined
Primogeniture refers to the superior rights of a first born child, especially in terms of inheritance. In many locations throughout
Protecting Your Children with a Testamentary Trust
An individual who has children may wish to establish a testamentary trust, so that in the event that he/she dies,
Intestacy at a Glance
When an individual dies without creating a legal will, he/she is granted an intestate status. Intestacy occurs when there is
Do You Know the Executor Responsibilities?
Executor responsibilities vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, with discrepancies between executor duties depending on the specific state’s probate and estate
Asset Valuation at a Glance
When an individual dies, his/her estate must be assessed for tax purposes. When a individual inherits assets from a deceased