It's a common practice for parents to name their adult children as the executor of their will. They likely believe their child is trustworthy and will administer the estate according to their wishes. If your parents name you as executor, it's imperative to understand...
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Managing the holidays after your divorce
If this is your first holiday season since your divorce, then you’re likely experiencing many emotions. Sadness and wondering how your children will be impacted may be at the forefront of your mind. Here are some tips for getting through the holidays and looking...
How much does fault influence divorce outcomes?
Frequently, the person who files for divorce may blame the other spouse. The person who files may have a list of reasons why they made that choice. Suspicions of infidelity or frustration with a demanding work schedule can do significant damage to a marital...
Reasons your prenup may not stand in court
A prenuptial agreement can be very helpful during a divorce. If you’re worried about how to divide your assets with your ex, a prenup allows you to address some of these issues in advance. Many people use them to protect a business, inheritance, investments or...
What are the different types of joint ownership?
Joint ownership is when two or more people share ownership rights to a property or asset. This legal arrangement can greatly affect how an executor or personal representative can administer a person’s estate. There are several types of joint ownership, each with...
What if an executor can’t pay off a decedent’s debts?
The executor or personal representative of an estate has many responsibilities. They are at risk of removal from their position or possibly financial responsibility if they fail to fulfill any of the tasks associated with estate administration. They have to appear in...
Why do fathers still struggle to get equal custody?
Kentucky was a pioneer when it came to father’s rights. It was the first state to officially rewrite its child custody provisions to create a presumption that parents should have joint custody and equal parenting time. However, this presumption is rebuttable – which...
Failing to account for digital assets can cause probate problems
As more of people’s lives and finances shift online, digital assets – including email accounts, online banking, social media profiles, subscription services and intellectual property uploaded to the Cloud – have become increasingly important. If these assets are not...
Proving undue influence when contesting a will
There are many reasons why people might initiate probate litigation. Some families have to take action because the personal representative abuses their authority or fails to perform job functions. Other times, concerns may stem from the estate planning paperwork, not...
How to manage an estate’s beneficiaries and heirs
Being the executor of someone’s estate is a big honor – but it’s also a big responsibility. Aside from the normal challenges that go along with making sure that an estate is properly probated, you may also have to deal with impatient, distrustful or even aggressive...