by Randy Thomason | Aug 1, 2025 | Probate
When a loved one passes away, you might find yourself appointed as the executor or personal representative. It’s a role that arrives with heavy responsibility during a time of grief, placing you in charge of their entire financial life. This formal, court-supervised...
by Randy Thomason | Jul 31, 2025 | Probate
When a loved one leaves behind a trust, it’s a gift meant to make things easier for their family. But if you’re the one named as the trustee, the process can feel anything but simple. This is trust administration: the behind-the-scenes work of carrying out the trust’s...
by Randy Thomason | Jul 30, 2025 | Probate
When you’re named the personal representative for a loved one’s estate, the responsibility can feel immense. On top of grieving, you’re suddenly faced with a legal process filled with unfamiliar terms, strict deadlines, and financial duties. It’s natural to feel...
by Randy Thomason | Jul 29, 2025 | Probate
The process of settling a loved one’s final affairs is deeply personal, but without a will, it becomes a public and impersonal legal matter. For families trying to grieve, this can add an incredible amount of stress and even spark painful disputes. The question...
by Randy Thomason | Jul 28, 2025 | Probate
Many people believe that a will is the final word, a legally binding document that automatically transfers property the moment someone passes. In reality, a will is more like a set of instructions that needs to be validated by the court. This official process, known...
