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How Long Do You Have to File for Probate After Death?
December 16th, 2024
When a relative or loved one dies intestate or leaving only a will, a court proceeding must be opened to ensure the deceased person’s assets are accounted for and distributed according to the laws of intestate succession or their wishes and that al…
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How to Prepare for a Probate Court Hearing
November 18th, 2024
Probate is the legal process of administering a person’s estate after the death. It ensures valid debts are paid and assets are distributed according to the deceased person’s Will or, if they did not have a Will, according to the laws of intestac…
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What Happens to the Debts of a Deceased Person?
October 7th, 2024
Most Americans today have some form of debt. Whether it is a mortgage loan, a credit card, or medical expenses, people accumulate debt throughout their lifetime. As a result, many people die with debt, and loved ones may wonder what happens to the de…
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What is the Difference Between an Executor and Administrator of an Estate
July 25th, 2024
One of the most important aspects of estate planning is identifying someone who will act on your behalf after you pass away. This person will be legally authorized to manage your affairs, including paying debts and fees related to the administration…
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Do I Need Probate for a Small Estate?
June 26th, 2024
Probate is the court-supervised process of distributing a deceased person’s assets after their death. The probate court oversees the transfer of property to ensure the deceased person’s debts are paid and their assets are transferred to the peopl…
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Probate vs. Non-Probate Assets: What Assets Are Subject to Probate?
March 7th, 2024
Probate has developed a bad reputation for bureaucracy and delay. If you recently lost a loved one and were tasked with probating the estate, you may fear the worst. But Nevada law limits the property that is subject to probate. You can simplify the…
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Litigation vs. Mediation in Probate Disputes
November 27th, 2023
Settling the affairs of a deceased loved one and transferring their assets to heirs and estate beneficiaries involves several complicated procedures. Probate disputes can arise when the heirs and beneficiaries interpret the deceased person’s estate…
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Do I Need an Attorney for Probate?
June 8th, 2023
Have you recently lost a loved one? Were you named as the Executor in someone’s Will? Do you have questions about the Nevada probate process but don’t know where to turn? If you find yourself in this situation, you may be wondering, “Do I need…
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How to Avoid Probate in Nevada
March 24th, 2023
Probate is the court-supervised process of settling a deceased person’s estate. The estate representative must locate the deceased person’s assets, pay legitimate debts, and transfer property to the people the deceased person intended to have it.…
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Who Gets Paid First in the Probate Process?
March 3rd, 2023
If you were named as the executor or administrator of a deceased person’s estate, you might wonder who gets paid first in probate. While the deceased person’s Last Will and Testament provides a general guide, probating an estate is not always a s…
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