When someone dies, their bank accounts do not always have to go through probate before the money becomes accessible. Many accounts pass directly to a named beneficiary through tools like ...

My dad died recently and he left a will. The funeral home director says all we need to do is file an amendment with the will at the courthouse. Is that true? If so, what should it say? Furthermore, I ...

When someone dies, even seemingly simple assets like bank accounts can become complicated fast. Whether those funds can get ...

Q: My sister passed away and named me as the beneficiary and executor in her will. She owned nothing. The only asset is a life insurance policy payable to her estate for $1,500. My lawyer told me not ...

The legal process after someone’s death can be challenging, especially with probate and other legal proceedings. In Kansas, a small estate affidavit may help heirs settle an estate without lengthy ...

Probate can feel like stepping into a maze of legal paperwork, court deadlines and emotional decisions, often at one of life’s more difficult moments. Families suddenly find themselves juggling ...