Will Contest Guide for Florida
A will can be contested in Florida on the grounds of undue influence, lack of capacity, fraud, duress, lack of testamentary formalities, and insane delusion.
Will Contest Guide for Florida
A will can be contested in Florida on the grounds of undue influence, lack of capacity, fraud, duress, lack of testamentary formalities, and insane delusion.
Deadlines and Timelines in Florida Probate
What are the deadlines and timelines in Florida Probate? Key deadlines and timelines in Florida probate include: TIC Election – 6 months from date of
Surviving Spouse Rights Florida
Surviving Spouse Rights in Florida include: All or one-half of the estate if there is no will All or one-half of the estate if the
Creditor Claims In California Probate
California probate creditor claims can be a technical trap for the unwary. With notice requirements and strict deadlines
Heirship Petitions in California Probate
A 2019 case from California’s Fourth Appellate District, Estate of Herzog, analyzed an heirship petition proceeding in a
Surviving Spouse Rights California
California law affords certain rights and benefits to surviving spouses (sometimes called widow’s rights) including: Community Property Intestate
Waiver of Surviving Spouse Rights Under Florida Law
Surviving spouse rights in Florida are strongly protected under Florida law. In order to waive spousal rights under Florida law,
Complete Guide to Florida Elective Share
The Florida Elective Share is a means by which surviving spouses receive a fair share of their deceased spouse’s estate,
No. An estate is not eligible to file for bankruptcy protection under the United States Bankruptcy Code. As explained in
When Is Someone “Unsuitable” To Serve As Independent Executor Of a Texas Estate?
In In The Estate Of Eric Johnson, an August 26, 2021 opinion from the Second Appellate District of Texas at Fort Worth, the Court affirmed
Creditor Claims In Texas Probate
Anyone that a decedent owed money to when he or she died is a potential creditor of the decedent’s Texas probate estate. The rules regarding
What Are The Requirements For A Valid Will In Texas?
The requirements to make a will that is valid under Texas law are that the will must be: In writing Signed by: a) The testator
Conflicting Evidence Of Due Execution and Undue Influence In New York Will Contest
The Surrogate’s Court, Queens County, in the July 20, 2021 opinion of Matter of Sook Li, denied summary disposition in a New York will contest
How Long Does Probate Take In New York?
How long does probate take in New York? Generally about a year. Although the time for how long a New York probate will take can
Opening A Safe Deposit Box After Death In New York
Opening a safe deposit box after someone dies is a frequent occurrence, particularly so if a concern exists that an original will, burial plot deed,
Ohio Power of Attorney Act Prohibits Self Dealing
The Ohio Power of Attorney Act Prohibits Self Dealing Transactions A. “Hot Powers” A power of attorney is a written instrument authorizing an agent, known
Ohio Executor Or Administrator Has Three Months From Appointment To Present Claim To Probate Court
In In Re Estate of Gates, a March 31, 2022 opinion, the Ohio appellate court distinguished between the deadline for an executor or administrator to
Ohio Changes To Rules Applicable To Guardianships Go Into Effect On July 1, 2022
Changes to several of the Ohio rules applicable to guardianships go into effect on July 1, 2022. The amendments to the Rules of Superintendence of