Why Do People Want to Avoid Probate Court?
The probate court exists primarily for two reasons - protection and distribution. During your lifetime, if you become incapacitated and...
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How is Probate Handled in Michigan?
Question: My mother lives in her paid off home in Michigan but also owns real estate in other states as...
Medicaid Planning: The Importance of a Well Drafted Power of Attorney
Medicaid Planning This is a recent Pennsylvania Superior Court case that highlights how important a power of attorney can be...
The Formal Probate Administration Process
If someone dies owning assets in his or her name alone (“probatable assets”), there must be a probate court proceeding...
Who May Act as an Agent Under a Power of Attorney?
In general, an agent, or attorney in fact under a Power of Attorney may be anyone who is legally competent...
What is Probate proceeding?
What Is Probate, Anyway? Probate is the court proceeding to transfer a dead person's assets to the people who are...