Monthly Archives: December 2024
Removing A Personal Representative From A Probate Case
Not every probate case includes a will, but they always involve a personal representative. The personal representative is responsible for following the instructions in the will to distribute the estate to beneficiaries, but only after settling the decedent’s outstanding debts and filing a final tax return on behalf of the estate. If the decedent… Read More »
Do Too Many Personal Representatives Spoil The Estate?
If your estate goes through probate, whether or not you have a will, the probate court will appoint a personal representative, also sometimes called an executor of the will. Your will should mention by name the person you choose to be personal representative of your estate. By including this provision in your will, you… Read More »
Retirement Accounts: An Underrated Asset Protection Strategy
Perhaps your mother was right that, when trying to get others to see your point of view or do your bidding, you catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar. Estate planning lawyers can attest, however, that while some people enter the law office with dreams of being generous to their descendants,… Read More »