by Durham Law Firm | Sep 18, 2019 | Estate Planning
When someone passes away and a client seeks our help in handling the final affairs of their loved one, one of the first questions we ask is whether the deceased person had a Will. So often, the answer is yes, and then the client shows us the Will. A lot of the time...
by Durham Law Firm | Aug 14, 2019 | Estate Planning
If you are the parent of a college-bound child, these last few weeks have probably been a little hectic preparing for classes to start back. As much preparing as you have done though, you may still be concerned about your child’s safety while they are away. One thing...
by Durham Law Firm | Oct 9, 2017 | Estate Administration
A Will could be challenged after Probate. But a better question might be “What can I expect to gain?” When there are multiple Wills, either of which might be offered as the final Will of a deceased person, it is typically viewed as a race to the Courthouse. The reason...
by Durham Law Firm | Mar 17, 2016 | Estate Planning
Do You Have a Valid Will? Did you know that more than half of Americans do not have a Will? Writing a Will can be scary because it can mean acknowledging death, but it is much better to have one than to not. Without a Will, a person who dies is said to have died...
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...
