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,...
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How bankruptcy can impact estate planning
Most people who start thinking about estate planning in Alabama do so because they want to provide for their family. However, many people fail to plan for all of the ways that other parties can drain their estate assets. A bankrupt beneficiary could be a money pit...
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...
Understanding the role of an executor in the probate process
The creation of a last will and testament is usually a part of a person’s estate planning process. If your own estate planning efforts will include drafting a will, a key consideration is the designation of an executor. As a consequence, it is vital for you to...
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...