by Durham Law Firm | Aug 28, 2016 | Estate Administration
One of the saddest things that can happen after the death of a loved one is an intense family dispute about who gets what in regards to the deceased’s assets. This can quickly escalate into a situation where everyone is airing ancient family grievances, and using...
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 | Aug 8, 2016 | Estate Administration
There are numerous reasons why you might want to know how to avoid probate in North Carolina. The first is that probate tends to be a long, drawn out process. Occasionally a probate case can be settled in as little as three months; however, that’s the exception and...
by Durham Law Firm | Aug 3, 2016 | Estate Planning
A special needs trust makes it easy to manage the assets of a disabled person, while still allowing them to continue receiving SSI (Supplemental Security Income) from the government. This can be especially important if a person receives a large lump sum of money, for...
by Durham Law Firm | Jul 28, 2016 | Estate Administration
The death of a loved one is difficult to handle and often unexpected. Regardless of whether the deceased has a will, they may leave behind various debts and other obligations that the executor of the estate needs to handle. These debts need to be taken care of in a...
