Administering an estate does not always go smoothly. Unfortunately, not everyone acts in good faith when someone with substantial assets dies. Malicious individuals might try to take advantage of a sick or elderly person to inherit their wealth. Understanding the...

At every stage of your life, it's important to recalibrate and plan for the future. It's the best way to protect your Ohio assets and preserve your standard of living. Whether you're newly married, headed for divorce, or looking toward retirement, estate planning and...

Probate is the legal process that occurs in Ohio in order to ensure that your debts are paid. It also ensures that the legal title of all of your remaining assets is transferred to the heirs and beneficiaries that you have named. If you have a will, the process of...

Many people die without wills in Ohio. In these cases, the probate court will oversee the distribution of the deceased person's assets. Even in instances where there is a will, the probate court may still need to approve it. The probate process The first step in...

It's a good idea to take the time to draw up a will if you haven't already. This document lets you leave money and assets to your family, friends and selected charities. If you don't leave a will, your estate may be subject to laws that determine how your estate is...

There are many reasons why you may need to remove an executor from your will. Perhaps the executor has died, or you wish to select someone more trustworthy. However, there are certain things you need to know and do to have a smooth process of removing them. Who is an...

The probate process in Ohio can be challenging to navigate even when dealing with simple matters. Things can become even more complex if it involves a rental property. Here's what you need to know about dealing with rental property in probate. Title of the property...

There are four reasons an Ohio judge will consider as grounds for invalidating a person's will. They include fraud, undue influence on the testator, and a lack of understanding on the part of the testator. Finally, if a will is not structured properly under state law,...

The death of a loved one brings challenging times and significant responsibilities for the family members left behind. If you have recently lost someone, you may have numerous questions about the probate process and what to expect. The details below may help you...

When Ohio residents put together their wills and estates, they do everything in their power to make sure that they've covered all of their bases. They usually work with attorneys to make sure that their beneficiaries are clearly indicated, and they work on an asset...