Estate litigation is a branch of the law in which there exist disputes regarding the estate, or assets, of a deceased person. A common type of estate litigation occurs between family members, such as siblings, when a parent dies and the siblings want to dispute...
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Should you forget planning a will if you’re not wealthy?
If you are like many residents of New Jersey and elsewhere, you might assume that estate planning is only for the rich. However, there are many reasons to plan a will, regardless of how much of a nest egg you have saved up and how many--or few--assets you have to...
Choosing the right executor
Selecting your executor is an important part of planning your estate. The right executor can help the probate process go smoothly and ensure that your wishes are carried out. Conversely, an executor who is unable or unwilling to perform the necessary duties can...
What does undue influence mean?
If you are someone who was shocked to find out what bequests and provisions your deceased New Jersey parent’s will contained, you may be wondering how in the world (s)he made such bequests. They do not seem to sync with who (s)he was and how (s)he normally...
3 reasons to contest a will
Planning your estate is an important responsibility. Whether you are young or old, single or married, wealthy or not, planning for the future is imperative. Your estate is a major part of this. If you are dealing with somebody else's estate, you will see just how...
What is breach of fiduciary duty?
If you accepted the responsibility of being the executor of someone’s New Jersey estate or being the trustee of his or her trust, you are a fiduciary whether you realize it or not. What this means is that the person placed his or her trust in you and you...
How to care for estate planning documents
It is paramount to create a will and form a thorough estate plan early on in life. One recent survey conducted by Caring.com found that approximately 40 percent of American adults have a will. One aspect even more shocking is that only 36 percent of...
Signs your parents might need a power of attorney
Your parents raised you, taught you right from wrong and shared with you their wisdom. This is why it can be so difficult for you and other New Jersey residents to see your parents age and lose some of their mental faculties. Whether your elderly parent is in the...
Estate planning tips for newlyweds
Whether you marry when you are 25 or 60, there is a lot you will need to take care of in the immediate future. Planning now will ensure you and your spouse are ready for the future whatever that may hold. Estate planning should be in your...
Estate planning: Not like in the movies
There are many mistakes people make when it comes to planning an estate. Many individuals could avoid these mistakes with an attorney by their side. For instance, a lot of people seem to assume the only thing needed after death is a will. While a will is...