On Behalf of Zigray Law Office, LLC | Aug 7, 2023 | Guardianships When our loved ones become incapable of caring for themselves, whether because of old age, mental impairment or physical disability, among other reasons, we want to ensure that they are receiving the care and protection they need. One of the ways to secure their safety is to […]

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On Behalf of Zigray Law Office, LLC | Jul 12, 2023 | Uncategorized When your loved one’s will goes to probate, the executor will be responsible for most of the procedures. Accordingly, they should communicate effectively to keep interested parties (beneficiaries, creditors and so on) updated on major matters. If they fail to do so, problems may arise.   Here is what to […]

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On Behalf of Zigray Law Office, LLC | Jun 29, 2023 | Trust Contests Trustees hold enormous power over your financial future. If they make wise decisions, it can ease your financial future. If they make poor ones, you could see your inheritance withered away to nothing before you know it. If you keep an eye on the decisions they […]

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On Behalf of Zigray Law Office, LLC | Jun 19, 2023 | Probate Litigation The executor or individual taxed with estate administration has a lot of responsibilities. They have to attend court, file paperwork, communicate with creditors and manage estate resources. Their responsibilities may take more than a year to complete after someone dies, and they may commit many hours […]

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On Behalf of Zigray Law Office, LLC | Jun 15, 2023 | Will Contests When a will is drafted, the person responsible for it expects his or her wishes to be fulfilled. However, a legal heir or beneficiary with a financial interest in the will may contest it if there is a valid reason for doing so. For example, Ohio law has […]

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On Behalf of Zigray Law Office, LLC | Jun 4, 2023 | Will Contests In the unfortunate event of a person’s death, questions regarding inheritance and the rights of family members often arise. One common concern is whether the deceased’s second family is entitled to any inheritance. This is where effective estate planning comes in; it’s instrumental in determining how […]

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On Behalf of Zigray Law Office, LLC | May 22, 2023 | Will Contests Have you ever wondered what happens when multiple wills are involved after someone dies? It can be a complicated and confusing situation, especially for those left to sort out the deceased’s affairs.  A will should outline a person’s wishes for the distribution of their assets, property […]

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On Behalf of Zigray Law Office, LLC | May 18, 2023 | Probate Litigation Being cautious on social media during a probate dispute is essential to protect your interests and to maintain the integrity of the legal process.  There is no question that it can be almost unreasonably difficult to put down your “screens” entirely. But if you can – at minimum […]

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On Behalf of Zigray Law Office, LLC | Apr 25, 2023 | Probate Litigation When considering estate disputes, people sometimes think only about “big ticket” items. They think about how it may be controversial to divide up a life insurance policy, to sell the family home or to split up the remaining retirement funds. These things certainly can cause disputes, […]

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On Behalf of Zigray Law Office, LLC | Apr 20, 2023 | Will Contests Spouses are often the main focus in someone’s estate plan, other than their young children. If people die without wills, spouses have very strong rights according to intestate succession laws. Many testators who draft wills and trusts intentionally include terms for the comfort and support of […]

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