When people write their wills, they may not think about contestation. However, courts can overturn wills when individuals bring up questions about their legitimacy. There are several grounds on which a person may contest a will in Ohio. 1. Incapacity One primary...
Probate can be short and easy or long and complex, depending on the will or lack thereof, estate planning precautions and the size of the estate. In general, most of an estate goes through probate. However, there are assets that do not go through probate and go...
Estate planning is a thoughtful and strategic process that ensures the distribution of your assets based on your wishes, minimizing potential conflicts and maximizing efficiency. One powerful tool in this arsenal is a trust. While often associated with the affluent,...
Some executors worry about not locating funds and property that belong to an estate. Ideally, a decedent would have left papers detailing where their assets are. Still, sometimes an executor has to check for missing items, such as unclaimed property. The state of Ohio...
The green energy industry is booming in Ohio, and it needs land to grow. That has led local farmers to lease land to solar energy companies for production in greater and greater amounts. It is an exciting opportunity, but one that requires careful consideration before...
When someone dies, their belongings and property form their estate. If you are the executor of an estate, you are responsible for managing these assets and distributing them to the heirs. However, some situations may require you to liquidate or sell some of the estate...
When you live in a municipality in Ohio, you interact daily with rules and regulations that shape your community's way of life. These rules, often referred to as bylaws, play an important role in ensuring the smooth functioning of local governance. So, what exactly...
Estate planning is what you do when you want to establish who your assets go to when you die or are otherwise incapacitated. Well-thought-out estate plans ensure that your beneficiaries receive all the assets you want them to have while paying minimal taxes. Here is...
Ohio’s Revised Code requires the executor named in a will to notify the named heirs and creditors when the will’s creator dies. As noted on the Ohio.gov website, executors must send written notices within six months of the death. Unpaid creditors may file claims with...
When you select an executor for your estate, you may focus primarily on picking someone who you feel you can trust. However, that should only be one part of your criteria. After all, this is a complex role that requires a lot of a person. Managing the funeral...
