Prince Doesn’t Name Heir; Civil War Ensues

“A source with firsthand knowledge of the discussions about Prince’s estate said the initial meeting between the siblings was contentious and ended in shouting.” Once again, a celebrity has passed away without an estate plan and disaster will ensue as Prince’s estate goes through probate, the court process of passing title to his heirs. http://www.cnn.com/2016/05/02/entertainment/prince-estate/index.html […]

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Why its Important to Consider Avoiding Probate

Brooks Estate Law, Probate, Estate Planning, Trust Administration

Probate is the court process that ensures that a deceased individual’s assets are distributed as required by law. If the individual left a will, probate ensures that the will is honored to the greatest extent possible. If there is no will, probate follows the plan of distribution set out in the law. Because probate is […]

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