There is nothing easy about being named the executor of an estate. The individual in this position has a significant amount of responsibility. While most executors can make it through the probate process in New Jersey without any hiccups, others may find themselves...
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Estate Litigation
Legal counsel can help file or fight estate litigation claims
Closing out a loved one's estate, whether in New Jersey or elsewhere, is not always an easy affair. Some individuals may not be happy with how things are being handled and may want to file claims against those believed responsible -- such as the executor, trustee or...
New Jersey estate litigation: Problems with a trustee?
Moving on after losing a loved one can be a challenging thing to do. When there are issues with how his or her estate is being managed, it can make things even more difficult. Many New Jersey residents place their assets in trusts for protection and tax benefits. This...
How much of an estate is a spouse entitled to?
When a couple gets married, assets often become jointly owned, unless each party purposely keeps property separate. When one spouse dies, the surviving spouse typically expects assets to pass to him or her, unless different arrangements are made and laid out in an...
Estate litigation and a last minute beneficiary change
When working through your loved one's estate, you found something concerning to you. At the last minute, it appears a beneficiary change was made. This has you questioning the validity of the estate plan as a whole. In New Jersey, to deal with this type of situation,...
Think you should be the one to close out your loved one’s estate?
Losing a beloved family member or friend is difficult for anyone. If this recently happened to you, it is okay to be struggling as you now try to figure out how to navigate the estate administration process in the state of New Jersey. This is not an easy thing to get...
Only you can prevent sibling drama and estate litigation
Fights over parental estates happen. In fact, this is becoming pretty common in New Jersey and elsewhere. There are things parents can do when preparing their estate plans to help their children avoid going through estate litigation. There are also things siblings can...
Concerned about the state of your loved one’s estate?
Dealing with the death of a loved one is difficult, and it doesn't always bring out the best in people. If you recently lost a loved one and have concerns about the state of his or her estate and how it is being handled, you do not have to sit by and let whatever is...
Is probate necessary when property is jointly owned?
Many married couples in New Jersey and elsewhere jointly own all of their assets. This means that if one spouse dies, the other will retain total control of the property. If this is how it works, it is understandable that the surviving spouse would want to know if he...
Estate litigation in Stuart Scott case put on hold
When a loved one dies, there is hope that the estate administration process will be completed quickly and without issue. Unfortunately, many in New Jersey and elsewhere find that this is not the case. The Stuart Scott estate litigation case is a prime example of...