by Durham Law Firm | Aug 8, 2016 | Estate Administration
There are numerous reasons why you might want to know how to avoid probate in North Carolina. The first is that probate tends to be a long, drawn out process. Occasionally a probate case can be settled in as little as three months; however, that’s the exception and...
by Durham Law Firm | Aug 3, 2016 | Estate Planning
A special needs trust makes it easy to manage the assets of a disabled person, while still allowing them to continue receiving SSI (Supplemental Security Income) from the government. This can be especially important if a person receives a large lump sum of money, for...
by Durham Law Firm | Jul 28, 2016 | Estate Administration
The death of a loved one is difficult to handle and often unexpected. Regardless of whether the deceased has a will, they may leave behind various debts and other obligations that the executor of the estate needs to handle. These debts need to be taken care of in a...
by Durham Law Firm | Jun 15, 2016 | Estate Planning
We have talked before about the pitfalls of DIY estate plans, but just what makes using a Durham estate planning attorney such a better idea? States all have their own estate laws, which outline what should be included in an estate plan and what is not allowed. An...
by Durham Law Firm | Jun 14, 2016 | Estate Planning
Online DIY Legal Documents Online programs that offer Wills and other documents seem very convenient; they are often fast, inexpensive, and can be done in your pajamas, unlike getting your Will done by a Durham estate planning attorney. While getting your estate plan...
by Durham Law Firm | Jun 12, 2016 | Estate Planning
Couples in the twenty first century are increasingly choosing to live together, sometimes for years, before they get married. Sometimes, they do not even choose to get married. While an unmarried couple may have a relationship just as loving as a married couple, they...
by Durham Law Firm | Jun 10, 2016 | Estate Planning
Should I Update My Estate Plan? Estate plans are not set in stone. Wills, powers of attorney, health care powers of attorney, and living wills are all documents that can be modified and updated throughout the years. When are some good times to update your estate...
by Durham Law Firm | Jun 9, 2016 | Employment Law
Unpaid Wages for North Carolina Clients Hopler & Wilms, LLP has experienced North Carolina Employment Law Attorneys that can assist clients with unpaid wage disputes. Wage Laws and Unpaid Wages There are both State and Federal Laws which govern the pay of...
by Durham Law Firm | Jun 7, 2016 | Estate Planning
Modern Estate Planning – Durham, NC Estate planning and estate laws have been around for hundreds of years. Although estate laws do get updated to keep up with changing times, most wills, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents often use original...
by Durham Law Firm | Jun 6, 2016 | Employment Law
Employment Discrimination Unlawful Discrimination and harassment in the workplace is common and is prohibited by state and federal law. Below is more information about the the categories of discrimination which are prohibited. Racial Discrimination Race...
