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 | 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 | Feb 13, 2026 | Estate Litigation, Probate
When a loved one’s will does not feel right, it can leave you confused, hurt, and unsure of what to do next. If you are in this situation, understanding the grounds to contest a will in North Carolina can give you some much needed clarity. You may worry that speaking...
by Hopler Hanna Staff | Sep 5, 2025 | HH Updates, Estate Administration, Estate Litigation, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Incapacity Planning, Power of Attorney
Life changes quickly. One unexpected health crisis or financial setback can leave your family scrambling. Without a clear plan in place, your parents’ care and your family’s financial security may be at risk. Estate planning for elderly parents is all about...
by Durham Law Firm | Apr 5, 2024 | Estate Administration, Estate Litigation
When it comes to managing a loved one’s final wishes, the role of an executor is both a privilege and a significant responsibility. North Carolina sets clear guidelines for estate administration, underscoring the executor’s duty to act in the best...
by Durham Law Firm | Jul 7, 2021 | Estate Litigation
When someone passes away, their will declares an executor of the estate. The executor works with the probate court to pay any claims, debt, estate and income tax, and distribute assets to heirs. If an executor does not act in the best interests of the estate’s heirs,...
