What is Ancillary Probate?

A loved one who passes away with money or property leaves behind an “estate” to the surviving family. The process of opening the estate and honoring the loved one’s wishes is called probate. Probate begins by opening the estate and appointing an estate representative. The estate is always opened in the county where the person […]
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How Can a Family Member Disclaim an Inheritance?

What happens if a person named in a Will does not want to accept an inheritance gift? Our firm is often asked this question when handling the probate process. It is an important question because disclaimers affect the shares of the remaining beneficiaries and have potential tax implications.   How Can a Person Refuse an […]
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Five Best Practices to Avoid Probate Pitfalls

The stress of the loss of a loved one is often the most difficult time of a person’s life. Family members want to honor the wishes of their loved one and make sure the estate was handled right. But it is easy to make mistakes while under the stress of a loss.   In the […]
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