Why is Amy Winehouse’s Ex Filing a Claim on the Late Singer’s Estate?
September 12, 2019
The ex-husband of Amy Winehouse is making a $1.4 million legal claim on her estate —eight years after her death.
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How Does a Successor Trustee Get Authority?
September 4, 2019
In my parents’ trust, they leave each other their share upon death, and then I become trustee when my last parent dies. I’m really concerned about this whole deal.
Can Liz Hurley’s Son Inherit Grandfather’s Trust Fortune?
August 29, 2019
Liz Hurley’s son Damian has won a legal fight against his grandfather who tried to cut him out of his inheritance.
When Is the Best Time to Disinherit a Child?
August 12, 2019
I have a sister, who I have not seen or heard from in 40 years, when she said she hated all of us and never wanted anything to do with us again. She even gave up her 5-year-old son for strangers to adopt and would not let my parents adopt him.
Will Contests- What are Caveat Proceeding
July 26, 2019
If a person makes a Will when he does not have the mental capacity to make a Will or when he is so dominated by another that he can’t make the Will that he wants to make, a Will contest often results.
Johnny Hallyday’s Estate Battle Pivots on Instagram Posts
June 26, 2019
Johnny Hallyday, known as the French Elvis, built his six-decade show business career on old-fashioned rock ’n’ roll, but he also kept up with the times technologically.
How Do Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements Vary?
June 19, 2019
What is the difference between a prenup and a postnup? Do you need one? And if so, which is the right fit for your marriage?
Will My Children Fight Over My Estate?
June 11, 2019
My mom wants to leave her house to me, since I’m the only girl. My brothers may try and contest this in probate court. What can my mom do to be sure I receive ownership of the house upon her death?
Estate Planning Lesson: Fame Doesn’t Prevent Battles
May 10, 2019
Wicked stepmothers are the stuff of Grimm’s fairy tales. Widowed stepmothers are the root of real-life inheritance wars.
A Business Succession Plan is Needed in The Internet Age?
May 7, 2019
Many business owners build their businesses hoping that they will continue to generate income for their heirs, after they pass away. However, businesses often die or lose significant value when the owner dies.
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