Although we have one of the best legal systems in the world in the United States, it can be challenging to navigate for someone who is unfamiliar with it. It can be particularly difficult to try and learn the ins and outs of the legal system if your involvement in the system is related to the probate of an estate. If you are involved in the probate of an estate, that typically means that … read more
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What Is Guardianship?
No matter how old we get, we don’t seem to want to accept the fact that our parents are even older. More accurately, we don’t want to accept the fact that our parents might be suffering the physical and mental symptoms of old age. As a result, we often overlook some of those signs for as long as possible. While this may be understandable, it can also be dangerous. Ignoring the fact that … read more
Who Can Help You to Probate a Will?
The loss of a family member or close loved one is usually followed by a period of grief and often confusion. The emotional impact of the decedent’s death may not be all you have to worry about if you recently lost someone close to you. There is also a practical, or legal, aspect to a death that must also be addressed. Specifically, the estate will likely be required to go through the … read more
How Do I Petition for Guardianship in North Carolina?
As we age, so do our parents, grandparents, and other older loved ones. At some point, you may start to become concerned that one of these older loved ones has reached the point where a legal guardian is needed. It is rarely easy to make the decision to pursue guardianship over an elderly loved one because it often feels as though you are taking away the individual’s independence. Keep … read more
