by Hopler Hanna Staff | Sep 16, 2026 | Guardianship
The difference between Guardian of the Estate vs. Guardian of the Person comes down to one thing: money versus personal care. A Guardian of the Person makes decisions about health, safety, and daily living, while a Guardian of the Estate manages money, property, and... by Hopler Hanna Staff | Sep 15, 2026 | Estate Litigation
Contesting a trust in NC means formally challenging whether a trust, or part of it, is valid. You can do this on specific legal grounds, such as the person lacking mental capacity, being pressured through undue influence, fraud, or the trust not being properly... 
by Hopler Hanna Staff | Jun 18, 2026 | Estate Planning, HWH Updates
You work hard to put your affairs in order, so the idea of your will getting lost or damaged can feel unsettling. With electronic wills in North Carolina now recognized in a specific way under a new 2026 law, you have another option to help keep your written will safe... by Hopler Hanna Staff | May 17, 2026 | Estate Litigation, Probate
When a North Carolina probate case ends, you expect everything to feel settled. Then a problem appears and you find yourself asking, “Can you sue an estate after probate in North Carolina?” Maybe you discover a debt that no one knew about, feel that a will does not... by Hopler Hanna Staff | May 1, 2026 | Estate Planning
When you start thinking about estate planning for aging parents in North Carolina, it can feel emotional, urgent, and confusing all at once. You may notice your parents slowing down, juggling more medical visits, or needing help with bills, and you worry about what... 