Figuring Out What Court Has Jurisdiction Over a Trust
AUGUST 24, 2015 VOLUME 22 NUMBER 31 One of the best things about establishing a living trust is that you are helping to minimize the likelihood that any court will ever be involved in the administration of your estate. That can save costs, avoid conflicts and give you peace of mind. But sometimes courts do […]
Despite the Lawyers’ Best Efforts Heirs May Contest Estate Plan
NOVEMBER 22, 2010 VOLUME 17 NUMBER 36 Our clients usually have similar goals in their estate planning. They want to take care of their children. They may want to leave something to charity. They usually want to minimize taxes that they, their estate or their beneficiaries might have to pay. And they often tell us […]