Common Causes of Estate Disputes and How to Avoid Them
No one wants to think forward to the day they leave this world. But confronting that uncomfortable reality is necessary […]
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Steps to Remove a Trustee from Your Trust
Selecting a trustee is a critical decision when establishing a trust, as this individual is responsible for managing the[…]
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Tax Implications of Probate
Dealing with the aftermath of a loved one’s passing is undoubtedly one of life’s most challenging experiences. Amid […]
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How to Revoke a Power of Attorney
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Estate Plans for Pet Care
PLANNING FOR YOUR PET'S FUTURE Our pets are some of the most beloved members of the family and yet […]
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Can A Trustee Remove a Beneficiary from A Trust?
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$3,000,000 Estate Dispute Settlement
Southern Estate Lawyers negotiated a $3,000,000.00 Estate Dispute Settlement for their clients. Dee Asthana led this cas[…]
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When Should You Change Your Will?
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Digital Asset Estate Planning in Alabama
Digital asset estate planning involves legally documenting how your online accounts, cryptocurrency, digital files, and electronic property should be managed and distributed after death or incapacity. Without proper planning under Alabama law, executors cannot access crucial accounts like online banking, social media profiles, or cryptocurrency wallets—potentially losing thousands of dollars and irreplaceable family memories. The …
How to Handle Digital Assets in an Estate Plan or After Death
How to handle digital assets in an estate plan or after death starts by thoroughly inventorying all digital accounts and files, such as social media profiles, email accounts, cryptocurrencies, online banking, and cloud storage. However, this step alone might not ensure a stress-free probate process. As digital assets such as cryptocurrency, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), online …
Do Kids Need Their Own Estate Planning Documents?
Kids need their own estate planning documents to protect their inheritance, assign guardianship, and protect their best interests when life’s uncertainties hit home. However, creating legally sound protections for minors requires more than good intentions. An estate planning lawyer can clarify what legal steps fit each family’s circumstances to protect a child’s best interests, no …