by Durham Law Firm | Mar 1, 2024 | HWH Updates
What happens to a house when the owner dies and there is no will? It's a situation no one wants to think about, but it happens more often than we'd like to admit. Here in North Carolina, what comes next is a journey through the probate process—a term you might have...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 27, 2024 | Estate Administration, Probate
When it comes to planning for the future, there's one aspect that often feels a bit like solving a puzzle—estate administration. This process ensures wishes are honored and loved ones are taken care of. Central to making this happen is one key player: the executor of...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 16, 2024 | Estate Administration, Probate
Managing a loved one's estate in North Carolina can feel like walking through a deep forest with no map or supplies. You're handed a compass and asked to follow the signs toward "Executorship," a role critical in the journey of estate administration. But what does it...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 12, 2024 | Estate Administration, Probate
With the loss of a spouse, the absence of a will can add to the complexity of it all. This is where understanding North Carolina's intestate succession laws becomes crucial. Through this blog, find out why making a plan before you die matters. We'll also see what...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 12, 2024 | Estate Administration
When a loved one passes away, probate often seems like a complex and daunting process. In North Carolina, it's a legal procedure with a court overseeing the distribution of a deceased person's assets. Not all estates require this formal process. But when is probate...
