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Older couple filing a breach of fiduciary duty lawsuit.

Breach of Fiduciary Duty: A Beneficiaries Guide

Breach of Fiduciary Duty: A Beneficiaries Guide As a trust beneficiary, you have certain rights and legal expectations regarding a trustee’s actions. One of the most critical responsibilities of a trustee is to act in your…

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Lawyer working with beneficiary over trust dispute.

Disputes in Trust Administration

Disputes in Trust Administration Trust disputes can be complex and emotionally charged. They often happen for various reasons. As the name suggests, a trust dispute is a conflict that arises over the creation, administration, or…

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Living will document laying on kitchen table.

Estate vs. Trust: What’s the Difference?

Estate vs. Trust: What’s the Difference? Estate planning and trust administration are two distinct legal processes that people often confuse. Both are important in the management and distribution of assets, but they serve different purposes….

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Trust Administration: A Comprehensive Guide

Trust Administration: A Comprehensive Guide Trust administration is the process of managing and distributing assets held in a trust according to the terms of the trust agreement. A trust agreement is a legal document between…

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An attorney walking an older couple through the process of a trust amendment.

Trust Amendment: How and When to Modify Your Trust

Trust Amendment: How and When to Modify Your Trust Trusts play a crucial role in estate planning, ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes and your loved ones are taken care of after…

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Living Trust Attorney: Do I Need One?

Living Trust Attorney: Do I Need One? Estate planning can be complex and daunting, but a living trust is a popular option that may simplify the process. Essentially, it’s a legal document that places your…

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Are Wills Public Record?

Are Wills Public Record? After a person passes away, their assets and belongings are typically distributed to their heirs based on their will. But what happens to the will after the person’s death? Is it…

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Man and woman looking over will of loved one to begin probate process.

How to Start the Probate Process

How to Start the Probate Process The loss of a loved one is a difficult and emotional time. If you’ve been named the personal representative of your loved one’s estate, you’re now entrusted with the…

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Young woman choosing a personal representative for her estate plan.

Choosing a Personal Representative in Estate Planning

Choosing a Personal Representative in Estate Planning Choosing a Personal Representative (sometimes referred to as an executor) for your estate is an important decision that requires careful consideration. This chosen individual plays a vital role…

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Older woman typing out her will on a laptop.

Estate Planning Process: 7 Steps to Building Your Legacy

Estate Planning Process: 7 Steps to Building Your Legacy There are many reasons why people hesitate to start the estate planning process.  One of the most common rationalities is that many of us do not…

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