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Wills & Probate

What does it mean to probate a will?

No doubt, you have heard the word “probate” and know it has something to do with the last will and testament of a deceased person. You have questions: what does it mean to probate a will, is it necessary, how long does it take and why are the courts involved? Perhaps,...

What to know about carrying out a will

Under Alabama law, a deceased person's will must generally be presented to a probate court in a timely manner. As a general rule, the estate representative is the person who is tasked with initiating probate proceedings. However, anyone who has a copy of a valid will...

When should you update your will?

Once you've written your will in Alabama, it might be tempting to think that the estate planning process is over. But in a sense, the estate planning process is actually just beginning. Over time, you'll want to periodically review your will to ensure that your...