• posted: Apr. 30, 2023
• Stanton Anker
• probate,  undue influence,  lack of capacity

In the aftermath of the death of a loved one, it can be difficult to manage all of the logistics that arise when dealing with an estate. Emotions are often Read More

• posted: Jan. 19, 2022
• Stanton Anker
• probate,  intestate,  decedent

Wills and other estate planning tools give people the opportunity to decide, while they are living, who will get their property after they die. Nevertheless, some people pass away without Read More

• posted: Sep. 21, 2021
• Stanton Anker
• wills,  trusts,  probate,  estate planning,  litigation

There are several situations in which estate administrators, heirs and other family members find themselves in probate litigation. If a will names someone as a beneficiary, but the bequest given Read More

• posted: May 12, 2021
• Stanton Anker
• probate,  simplified probate,  small estates,  informal probate

If you are a surviving spouse or descendant of someone who has passed away with a small amount of property, or you are the executor of an estate with minimal Read More

• posted: Oct. 19, 2020
• Stanton Anker
• living trusts,  probate,  property transfer,  transfer on death,  joint tenancy with right of survivorship

Probate is a court proceeding that occurs when a deceased has left a will to direct how his or her assets are to be distributed. In the absence of a Read More

• posted: Mar. 30, 2020
• Stanton Anker
• wills,  trusts,  living trusts,  revocable trust,  irrevocable trust,  probate,  minors,  trustee,  estate tax

Most people know that a will is an essential element in an estate plan, but there are other instruments worth considering. Living trusts can help you accomplish different goals for Read More