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One of the main functions of probate courts in Connecticut is the assignment of conservators and guardians for people who cannot legally handle their own affairs. Both positions carry a lot of power over a person's life, and they carry a lot of responsibility. As a...
Estate planning sounds like it only applies to people with large fortunes or complicated assets, but anyone who wants their descendants to have an easier time sorting out who gets what. There are several restrictions and taxes on how Connecticutians can dispose of...
If someone needs to use the court system, it can sometimes feel like the courthouse is a prison. There are so many details that need attention for cases that seem like they should be simple. But this confinement can be close to literal if someone is subject to actions...
Conservatorships and guardianships are a good way to render help to people who cannot do it for themselves. The idea of a caretaker for people with mental disabilities or a lack of legal age is an excellent one, although a conservatorship does not mean a person is...
With advancements in technology, many processes have become simplified. One reality is that many people have taken to the internet to create their wills. Unfortunately, this does come with drawbacks. Writing an estate plan is still one activity you want to...
A lot of people wait until their golden years to make a solid plan for their estate after death. Many parents start to think about it once they have seen their child grow. But no time is too early for estate planning. Estate planning is so much more than deciding who...
Probate court was designed as a legal forum for anyone to approach certain basic forms of justice, such as the appointment of a legal guardian or the disposition of a deceased person's estate. When a dispute arises between parties, probate court can help sort it out...
The term "legal guardian" may seem simple, but the implications of that title and its responsibility can be vital and complex. Connecticut assigns guardianships very carefully, and applicants for the position should know how the state does so. Why do guardianships...
The mystery of death is how, no matter how healthy a person might be, it may come at any time. It is many people's nightmare to find out they have a prognosis of a few months to live. If that moment occurs in reality, the last thing that you would want to do is deal...
Most people, even those who are financially secure, want to find ways to save money. There are many ways in life to do this, but you should not try to save money when it comes to writing a will. Unfortunately, many throughout Connecticut continue to utilize DIY wills,...