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When planning an estate, a trust can be created to pass along an asset to a loved one, known as a trustee. Though this person is chosen by the one passing along the asset, there can be conflict that arises related to how the trust is carried out. In these instances,...
A trust is often viewed as the best way to fairly divide the assets of loved ones who have passed away. A trust fund is established during the individual’s lifetime where the grantor establishes the trustee and beneficiaries. The grantor then works with an attorney to...
Can a Successor-Trustee be removed? Many people wonder if it is possible to remove a successor trustee. This is a confusing topic as there are some cases in which this is possible and others where it is not. You cannot simply remove them because you feel like it....
Involved in Trust or Probate Litigation – Call an Attorney Now It is difficult enough to deal with the loss of a loved one without having to fight a legal battle as well. If you are involved in a court case over a will or trust, you need to contact an...
Many people have heard of trusts as they relate to something being passed down from a relative, but most people are not familiar with much more beyond that. A trust is a legal document that keeps property for a person until they are able to access it as designated by...
Estate law can be very confusing for the typical individual who is concerned about protecting their wealth while advancing assets on to the next generation or personal friends. Trusts are an excellent method of ensuring property is transferred upon death to the...
A trustee is the person who manages the assets in a trust. Depending on the terms of the trust, the trustee may also have discretion over when distributions are made to beneficiaries. One duty of a trustee may be to invest assets to increase the value of a trust. The...
What is Undue Influence? Undue influence is defined as “influence by which a person is induced to act otherwise than by their own free will or without adequate attention to the consequences.” Though the term has been defined, it may be difficult to pin down the legal...
Everyone has a need for an estate plan regardless of how many assets they own. Estate plans can involve much more than the mere distribution of property following an untimely death. But, some people have significant wealth that must be protected at the time of their...