Planning For The ‘What-Ifs’
Helpful Advice on the Role of the Executor during Probate Proceedings Estate planning can be one of the most important gifts you can offer your family and loved ones. Unfortunately, the process is sometimes complicated and requires making several important decisions for your loved ones’ future. One important aspect of drafting your will is naming an executor, or the individual who…
Although nobody likes to think about it, as the old sayings go, we “all have to go sometime” and we “can’t take it with us when we go.” For those reasons, an important part of a comprehensive estate plan is the naming of your estate’s executor, someone who will administer the estate and be responsible for it until all the…
The Attorney General of Arizona, Terry Goddard, has issued an official notice to people across the state to be on the lookout for unscrupulous salespeople offering do-it-yourself living trust kits that are oftentimes both unnecessary and financially risky. At an average of $1,500 apiece, this is a very lucrative con for the scammers and a big loss for the victims.…
Comprehensive Advice on Preparing a Will In today’s economic turmoil and complex world, there are very few things that remain under our direct control. Fortunately, with some advanced planning and experienced legal assistance, you can control the distribution of your assets and other vital issues upon your death. At , our Phoenix estate planning attorneys offer personalized and detailed advice…
Thanks to quick action by Congress, estate tax cuts put in place by President George W. Bush were extended in late 2010, keeping huge tax bills at bay for most Americans until 2013. American Bar Association (ABA) real property/trust/estate law section chairman Alan Rothschild estimates that only one-half of one percent of those who die in 2011 will be subject…
The probate process following the loss of a loved one can be a complex and confusing experience. Unfortunately, the probate process is difficult to avoid, even if your loved one had a will or estate plan in place well before their passing. Understanding the many steps in the probate process can be difficult without the help of an experienced attorney.…
We Offer Detailed Probate Avoidance Advice to Clients in the Scottsdale and Phoenix Area The legal proceedings that often follow a death can be very strenuous and emotionally draining for the deceased’s loved ones. Probate proceedings can quickly become quite complicated and can lead to fighting amongst family members, business partners, and creditors, in turn leading to contentious probate litigation.…
Experienced Guidance throughout Probate Proceedings The legal process following the loss of a loved one, referred to as probate, can be complex and lengthy. While each case will vary, many issues will likely need to be addressed, including interpretation of the will, the payment of your loved one’s outstanding debts and the disbursement of their assets. In rare situations, including…
Detailed Advice on Avoiding Probate Litigation The legal process following the death of a loved one can be incredibly complex and is unique to your loved one’s estate and family situation. Unfortunately, the probate process may lead to litigation or legal battles over the validity of the will, your loved one’s mental capacity when completing their will or even undue…
Far too often, what one intends as a final expression of generosity towards friends and family turns sour when the beneficiaries of a will let gratitude give way to greed. No matter the size of your estate, you can stop future quibbling before it begins by planning your estate carefully. Most often, when people challenge a will, it is because…
