Estate Planning

If you create a will stating how you intend to distribute your assets after your death, it will go through a court authentication process called probate. These proceedings can be lengthy and costly for your grieving family. Thankfully, Pennsylvania law offers several...

In some cases, choosing an executor may be similar to rolling dice. You may be taking a chance. Executors have a great responsibility in settling an estate. This is why great thought and consideration must take place when selecting one. Sometimes, though, the chosen...

It is common for people to mention probate when talking about estate planning. If you have not heard the term before, probate is a legal procedure in which the courts supervise the collection, management and distribution of a person’s estate after their death. This...

An executor does crucial work, makes informed decisions and should always remain aware of the goings on within an estate and the potential drama among the heirs. It takes the right kind of person to fulfill an executor’s duties, which include working alongside lawyers...

From financial assets to personal possessions, creating a will is essential for ensuring your estate passes on as intended after your death. However, before assets distribute to your beneficiaries, the state must be able to verify that your will is a valid one. If...

When you and your new spouse were married, you brought together two families into one. You probably had a lot to consider when merging your families, and modifying your estate plan to accommodate your new family situation may have slipped your mind. It’s important for...