Are you looking for a way to to acquire a high-end piece of property in Connecticut? It may not be necessary to sift through endless listings or settle for less than your ideal. Even in times when it's a seller's market and good property is hard to find, probate sales...
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Knowing how assets are distributed after you die is essential
When you live in Connecticut and have assets you'd like to pass on to the next generation when you die, understanding how they are transferred is essential. While you can choose to use a will or trust for this purpose, there are other direct methods you should be...
Probate costs can be avoided
Estate planning is a positive for the family of a deceased person. Probate costs can add up in different ways. Working with an attorney to handle estate problems can cost time and money, with probate taking up to one year to complete in Greenwich, Connecticut. if a...
Your successful wealth transfer
Transferring your assets to their rightful beneficiaries isn't always as simple as writing a will. A successful transfer of wealth often calls for a strategy that takes time and research. Having an understanding of common asset transfer strategies in Connecticut will...
Are you considering contesting a will? Read this first
There are a lot of very good reasons to contest a family member's will -- particularly when you believe that the will doesn't reflect what the deceased actually wanted. Nothing you're about to read takes away from that fact. Just the same, you do need to step into...
Can a spouse be disinherited?
It's always a shock when a spouse dies unexpectedly. That shock can turn to outright dismay, however, if you find out that you weren't even mentioned in your spouse's will. Sometimes, this is done in an attempt to intentionally disinherit a spouse, particularly if...
Do you suspect a stepparent of undue influence on the last will?
Few things are as upsetting as learning that someone has taken advantage of your parent as their health and mental acuity declined. Most families will discuss inheritances and legacies at some point as parents begin to age.If you and your siblings know that your...
The top mistakes an executor can make
If you're the executor of someone's estate, you need to remember one key rule: Probate is a legal process. You're bound to follow certain rules. If you don't, you can end up in litigation that opens you up to personal liability. Here are the biggest mistakes you can...
When you need help with probate litigation, call us
There's a wry saying, "Where there's a will, there's disgruntled relatives." But in many cases, that is very true. You could find yourself in a situation where you are at sword's point with your siblings over your deceased parent's estate. This is particularly...
What is probate litigation?
If a loved one has recently passed away, in addition to grieving your loss you will likely have to be involved with settling their estate. In most cases, at least some of their estate will need to go through the process of probate. Probate is a court-supervised...