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How the probate process unfolds may vary depending on the jurisdiction, but there’s one thing for sure: It won’t be fast. Understanding what factors can affect how long the process takes can help you better prepare (and avoid some unnecessary delays). Factors that...
You look forward to summer vacation with the kids, especially since your divorce -- but your relationship with your co-parent has always been a little rocky. You’re worried that your ex-spouse may become a wee bit anxious and controlling over the break, and that could...
No one really wants to think about their own death or getting so sick or injured that they can't take care of themselves. The natural aversion to thinking about those unpleasant situations can lead to procrastination. Failing to sit down and make a plan is arguably...
Most people put off writing a will on the assumption that they will have a chance to make these important decisions in the future. While that may be true in many cases, there is never a guarantee. Even those who are quite healthy and come from families with notable...
Many parents commit themselves to start their lives anew following their divorce. Part of that plan may involve relocating to a new city or state for a fresh start. You generally can't simply pick up and move if you have minor children, however. You may need to give...
Your spouse has a legal obligation to disclose all assets that the two of you own during a divorce. You must do the same. If the court is involved in dividing those assets, they first need to know exactly what you own. Unfortunately, this does not mean that spouses...
Most divorced parents do not take joint vacations. If they each want to go on a summer trip with the kids while the kids are out of school, they usually make two separate trips. However, some couples do actually travel together so that they can consolidate their...
Many proactive individuals handle their estate planning early on in adulthood. One aspect of drafting their will is that the testator must select a personal representative or executor, to handle their estate, including the probate process. A personal representative...
Think back to when your child was little. Remember how they would flit between subjects that -- to you -- seemed unconnected. Children’s minds can work in strange and wonderful ways. It is part of the reason kids are so creative. Yet, if you are getting a divorce, it...
You may have seen by now that there are plenty of places online that offer estate planning documents and do-it-yourself options. While some of these might be helpful, the truth is that they aren’t all they’re made out to be. Most people will find that these estate...