Important Things to Know About Probate
Most people have an absolutely incorrect understanding of what is involved in probate, what a will actually is, and what the terms used in probate mean. These simple rules should help to develop at least a…
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Pro Se or Not Pro Se
Appearing pro se (representing yourself in court rather than using a lawyer) is becoming more common. Some judges have one day in which they try to schedule all pro se cases while others stagger them…
What Does a Will Do?
A very, very common misperception is that when a person names someone as an executor in a will or makes a bequest (leaves something) to someone in a will then that is all it takes….
Why Do I Need to Open an Estate? AKA What is Probate?
This is going to be a quick one, but many people don't understand why they have to open an estate just to cash a small check made out to someone who is deceased, close an…