by Durham Law Firm | Mar 19, 2016 | Estate Administration, Estate Planning
What is Probate? – Durham NC Probate Lawyers When a loved one dies and leaves a Will behind, one of the terms you will hear thrown around is “probate.” But what does it mean to probate a will? Probate is the process of legitimizing a deceased person’s will. A...
by Durham Law Firm | Mar 15, 2016 | Estate Administration
North Carolina Executors Duties An executor of an estate is the person chosen after your death to distribute your assets, pay off your debts, and overall take care of your estate. This makes the person you choose one of the most important people you can name in your...
by Durham Law Firm | Mar 5, 2016 | Estate Planning
Why Have A Will? Creating a will can be a scary thought as wills are associated with the end of one’s life, something no one wants to think about. However, having a will can benefit your family and make a trying time a little easier on them. Benefits of Having a Will:...
by Durham Law Firm | Mar 4, 2016 | Estate Administration
Getting things accomplished with banks Dealing with banks can be one of the most difficult parts of handling an estate for deceased person. Many times executors or administrators of the estates will have already gone through a tremendous amount of trouble to get the...
by Durham Law Firm | Jan 21, 2016 | Estate Planning
Power of Attorney – Durham Attorneys The power of attorney document is an essential part of almost any estate plan. This important tool gives another person the ability to make financial and medical decisions on your behalf. However, a Power of Attorney grants a...
