FAQs About Probate, Probate
What is an Executor? An executor, sometimes called a”personal representative,” is a person or entity a testator appoints in a Will…
Intestacy
When a person dies without a valid will, their estate is distributed according to North Carolina intestacy laws. Below are answers to frequently…
Intestacy, Uncategorized
What Is Intestacy? Intestacy refers to the legal process that determines how a person’s estate is distributed when they die without a valid will. Texas intestacy laws establish…
FAQs About Powers of Attorney and Directives, Medical Powers of Attorney and Directives
If you become incapacitated and do not have a Health Care Power of Attorney, the North Carolina General Statutes determine who can make medical decisions on your behalf.
The Risk of DIY Planning
LegalZoom markets itself as an affordable alternative to hiring an attorney. As a result, many individuals choose LegalZoom over professional legal services, believing that its documents will…
Special Needs Trusts
A Letter of Intent (LOI) is an essential document for parents or caregivers that provides critical information about medical needs, routines, preferences, and long-term care plans of a…
Planning for Special Circumstances
Every parent worries about whether their child’s well-being in the event of a tragedy. These concerns are compounded for parents of children with special needs, who may…
Intestacy, Wills
Attorney Rania Combs discusses the North Carolina Intestate Succession Act, which dictate how property is distributed when someone dies without a Will in North Carolina.
Estate Planning
Both Lady Bird Deeds and Texas Transfer on Death Deeds allow property owners to transfer real estate to heirs without the need for probate. While they share many similarities,…
FAQs About Trusts, Trusts
Amendments to the Texas Property Code appear to create a back door to create a self-settled asset protection trust in Texas.