by Durham Law Firm | Sep 13, 2017 | Estate Administration, Media
So, from time to time I have some people who come into my office where someone is infirmed or recently passed and a loved one comes in and says, “I think this person was financially exploited.” Many times, they are legitimate. After investigation, we find that the...
by Durham Law Firm | Aug 16, 2016 | Estate Administration
Keeping good records is crucial if you’re chosen to be the executor of an estate. Not only do you need to keep track of all of the paperwork regarding the probate process, you also need to document any expenses that you incur while administering the estate. The court...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 9, 2015 | Estate Administration
Estate Administration – Raleigh Estate Lawyer After the funeral is over, you’re probably asking: What next steps should I take to handle my deceased family member’s affairs? Getting help with a loved one’s estate Well, first you need to stop,...
by Durham Law Firm | Aug 14, 2014 | Estate Administration
Real property in estate administration Title to real property vests in the heirs of the decedent at the time of the decedent’s death, or, if the decedent leaves a valid will, at the time of the probate of the will, with ownership rights in the heirs relating...
by Durham Law Firm | Jun 26, 2014 | Estate Administration, Estate Planning
Below you will find the 3rd in a multi-part series on the Power of Attorney in North Carolina. Across many jurisdictions, the power of the agent to make gifts has been highly debated. In North Carolina, there has never been a statute prohibiting the power to make...
