Probate is a legal process that helps to ensure an estate closes out properly and in accordance with the law. In many cases, probate is very beneficial. However, not every case must go through the process as it is not necessary for some situations. By having some cases bypass probate, it allows the courts to […]
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Probate disputes involving siblings
Siblings experience a number of challenges when it comes to estate plans. Sometimes, one sibling depressed or even angry over the way in which assets of an estate are distributed. At Atkins and Atkins Attorneys at Law, LLC, we also understand that disputes create many difficulties in terms of sibling relationships (as well as relationships […]
How to get around the need for probate
Those who live or own property in Ohio may be required to go through the probate process. This is when an executor presents a will to a probate judge to be validated. Once a will is validated, assets can be distributed according to its provisions, and the executor may take other steps such as paying […]
