by Durham Law Firm | Dec 2, 2020 | HWH Updates
If you are working on an estate plan and finalizing your will, it is important to think through who you will name as executor. Making these types of decisions now will pay off for you and your family and friends in the future. Read more about the qualities and...
by Durham Law Firm | Nov 20, 2020 | Probate
The consequences of not planning for your death can make life for your family more difficult. If you have a bank account with no joint ownership and with no designated beneficiaries, the money in that account will be frozen and have to go through probate before...
by Durham Law Firm | Oct 30, 2020 | Estate Planning, Probate
When a loved one dies, it is mentally and emotionally exhausting. However, you will feel less overwhelmed if you go ahead and do what needs to be done. It is important to let others know about the death and insure that the deceased’s assets are handled properly and...
by Durham Law Firm | Sep 30, 2020 | Estate Planning
So “Estate Planning” sounds like a big complicated thing for really wealthy people, but really it’s just about getting your affairs in order in case you die or become incapacitated. It’s just a matter of planning for the end of life. Read on to learn how to...
by Durham Law Firm | Sep 25, 2020 | Estate Administration
If you are the trustee of an estate, it is your job to disburse the assets to the beneficiaries. This process may take time to accomplish and you may need help from a knowledgeable estate planning...
