Transcript: Hi, I’m Jordan Flake. I am a managing partner at Clear Counsel Law Group. A lot of times we get the question: what kind of estate planning documents can help me avoid the probate process? In order to tackle that question, it’s important to understand that probate is the court supervised process of determining […]
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What to Know about Survivorship before You Purchase a Home Transcript: (Editor’s note: Brian is Clear Counsel’s Communications Director. His prompts represent a conglomeration of inquiries submitted. If you have you have a question you would like answered in an upcoming video, email the inquiry to brian@clearcounsel.com) Jordan: Hi, I’m Jordan Flake with Clear Counsel
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When a loved one passes away, you might find yourself asking, “Why should I hire an attorney for probate?” Probate, the legal process of managing and distributing a deceased person’s estate, can be particularly challenging. Nevada’s probate laws are more intricate but also more broadly defined than in many other places. These laws were shaped
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A frequent worry when dealing with the passing of parents is whether children will be responsible for any debts their parents may have left behind. This concern is understandable, considering parents may have various debts like credit card balances, taxes, or even legal judgments against them. Children are often unprepared for the death of their
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Dealing with a probate case after the loss of a loved one can be daunting. In the wake of a loss the world can feel unfair and capricious, especially if you’re not sure how the case is progressing. Probate, in simple terms, is the legal process of handling the deceased person’s estate. It ensures that
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Dealing with the estate of a deceased person requires the appointment of a personal representative. This representative may be an executor of a will, the trustee of a trust, or an administrator appointed by a court. Attorneys at Clear Counsel Law Group frequently encounter questions concerning how much these individuals are compensated for their work
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In probate, a common concern is whether an executor of a will or trustee of a trust can exclude a beneficiary from receiving their share. This worry is especially valid for beneficiaries who fear they might have been unfairly left out. Trustees Cannot Exclude Beneficiaries Arbitrarily Neither the executor of a will nor a trustee
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Many people looking into estate planning wonder whether verbal instructions are sufficient for establishing a last will and testament. While talking to your family about your wishes might seem straightforward, understand that the legal implications might not hold. Verbal Instructions Are Not Legally Binding Verbal instructions regarding the disposition of your property after your passing
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In estate planning, a critical issue that arises during the preparation of wills and trusts is undue influence. This concept is particularly relevant when it comes to the distribution of an estate after a person passes. Here, it can raise questions about the validity of the decisions made by that individual. Undue influence occurs when
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Dealing with the passing of a parent can be overwhelming emotionally and administratively. This is further complicated if that parent resided in Nevada, and you live out of state. The probate attorneys at Clear Counsel Law Group frequently assist clients who find themselves navigating the probate process from afar. As extended families, and even close
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