Estate and probate issues can be complex for Ohio families, especially when dishonesty or greed is involved in dealing with a loved one's estate. However, these kinds of problems can be minimized when people have developed wills, trusts and other documents to help...
Do I need a lawyer for the probate process in Ohio?
Probate is an area of the law dealing with wills and inheritances, and the granting of probate is the first step in the process of managing the deceased person's estate. Ohio law does not require a lawyer for the probate process. However, if you are the executor...
Three benefits of estate planning
Estate planning is essentially preparing for asset distribution following your death. Although thinking about end-of-life administrative issues is not necessarily a pleasant task, it is certainly one of the most important you can accomplish to give yourself and your...
What to expect during probate
If an estate holder creates a will, it will be authenticated and its instructions followed during probate. Probate is also used to determine how much an estate is worth and pay any taxes or other debts that an estate owes. For Ohio residents, state law will...
