by Durham Law Firm | Jun 11, 2021 | Estate Administration
When someone passes away, what they leave behind is called their estate. Estate administration is the process of distributing their assets among the heirs. If the decedent had an estate plan and will, the administration process may be smooth and uncomplicated....
by Durham Law Firm | May 21, 2021 | Guardianship
As a legal guardian, you are responsible for the care of another. If the person is an adult, these needs include day-to-day, healthcare needs, and financial or home responsibilities. Often, when an adult becomes disabled somehow, a judge appoints a legal guardian to...
by Durham Law Firm | May 8, 2021 | Probate
Everyone over the age of 18 has an estate. Your estate is comprised of everything you own in addition to your minor children and pets. It’s crucial to make a plan for your estate before you die. Without a plan, your estate goes through a long court process known as...
by Whoosh Agency Support | Apr 21, 2021 | Probate
The good news is that with some legal help, you can altogether avoid probate for your family. The bad news is that if you don’t make a plan, your estate will go through probate and all of the associated costs when you pass away. Instead, learn how to avoid probate in...
by Whoosh Agency Support | Apr 10, 2021 | Estate Planning
You may not feel old enough or rich enough to need a will, but the fact is that certain kinds of planning are still crucial for everyone over the age of 18. “Estate planning” is the legal name for the plans you need to make. A Will is a part of that planning. You do...
