Stepping into the shoes of an executor requires a balance of compassion and legal diligence. You will fulfill the deceased's last wishes while operating within a specific legal framework. It is essential to understand the scope of your role and its limitations....
In Alabama, the probate process either follows specific rules set by state law or the guidelines provided by the decedent in their estate planning documents. Someone's will can name numerous people as beneficiaries and can establish a clear expectation for certain...
When a loved one passes away in Alabama, managing their assets and estate becomes a crucial responsibility for the beneficiaries. In some cases, a probate bank account might be necessary to facilitate the efficient transfer of assets and ensure that the deceased's...
If you own property in more than one state, you will need to factor in that property in your estate plan. The probate process that will ensue due to that kind of ownership will be slightly different than what other people in Alabama normally go through. Understanding...
Transferring assets and going through belongings can be a stressful time for any Alabama family. The process is made a little easier through estate planning. Even with a detailed estate plan, most estates will have to go through probate court still. How long going...
If you're a resident of Alabama, then you know that the probate process can be expensive and time-consuming. There are many things you can do to avoid unnecessary costs and make it easier for yourself and your loved ones. Let's discuss some tips and tricks for...
If you die without a will in Alabama, your home or another piece of real estate that you owned will likely have to go through a probate sale. Selling a home in this manner can prove lengthy and complex for your loved ones left to deal with it. How probate sales differ...
Not everyone may be happy about the contents and directions in a will. Some heirs might feel slighted, but hurt feelings do not provide a legal basis for overturning a last will and testament. However, some issues might come up during probate that supports a valid...
Executors are the people who decide whether or not an Alabama estate gets probated or not. Most of the time, executors have a duty to probate an estate and help the process move as smoothly as possible. Probate isn’t a mandatory process, but might be a necessary...
When Alabama residents pass away, their loved ones might need to open a probate estate. Estates with probate assets will need to go through the probate process to take care of the decedents' final expenses and distribute their assets. The estates of people who die...
