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When a loved one passes away, the probate court looks to the deceased's will to ensure the distribution of their estate according to their written intentions. The court does not assume full control of this process, however - it falls to a trusted individual named by...
Approaching the end of your life is a difficult transition not only for you but for your family as well. Remember that, as you establish your estate plan and power of attorney, your family must come to terms with your mortality. There are a few things that you can do...
Estate planning involves more than determining what happens to your assets after you die. You should also consider how to manage your estate and health care if a time comes when you can no longer make sound decisions for yourself. Here are three essential items to...
Writing a will is the most fundament part of your estate planning process. This document makes your intentions known such that your family receives support and peace of mind in the event of your passing. However, there are some common misconceptions surrounding wills...
If you and your spouse are facing divorce, one of the biggest questions you likely have is “what happens to the family home”. On the one hand, your house is a major financial asset; on the other hand, you and your children may also have a strong emotional attachment...
Summer break is an exciting time for kids, but it can be stressful for divorced parents. When you have shared custody, you need a co-parenting plan for the summer just like you did for the school year. Make plans before summer starts Avoid waiting until the start of...
If you want to protect your future, a power of attorney may be a great help. This document would allow someone else to decide on matters for you, in the way that you wish, if you can no longer make your own decisions. You choose the conditions When you fill out the...
The process of guardianship administration addresses the needs of a disabled or incapacitated person who can no longer manage essential day-to-day or financial affairs. A potential guardian files a petition to become the caretaker of the estate, the person or both....
A couple may want to separate before deciding to proceed with a divorce. This time apart may serve to ease into the final separation or as a means to stop it. However, in Pennsylvania, a legal separation is not recognized under the law. Divorce is the only way to end...
These days, almost everyone has a social media presence. For those going through a divorce, using social media can feel like an outlet, but it can also have a negative impact on the outcome of the legal proceedings. According to researchers, social media use can have...