Estate Planning & Administration

Do you have a plan for the future?  In these uncertain times, many people may contemplate making overdue updates to their estate plans – or feel motivated to create one. For many people, death is not something pondered aloud or openly discussed. However, estate planning is more than just talking about the end of life.…

Do you have a plan for the future? Have you thought about what will happen to your home when you become incapacitated or who will take care of your children upon your death? How can you be sure those special family heirlooms wind up in the right hands? What about all of that money you…

What is Probate? “Probate” refers to the formal legal process involved in administering an estate. In North Carolina, the clerk of court in the county where the deceased individual lived is responsible for managing the probate process. When Does An Estate Go To Probate in Wilmington? Probate is generally only necessary when the deceased owned…

The beginning of the new year is a great time to revisit your goals and vision for the future. Maybe you purchased a new gym membership. Maybe you have reviewed and edited your monthly budget. Perhaps your New Year’s resolutions are more simple: less screen time, more family dinners, or daily journaling. But have you…

Let’s face it – no one enjoys thinking about what will happen to their wife, husband, children, or even pets, in the event they pass away or become medically incapacitated. However, it is important to ensure that, while you are still healthy, you have an all-encompassing estate plan that protects your family and any other…

For your entire life, your parents have looked out for your best interests. Now it is your turn. As your relationship with your aging parents evolves into the role of caretaker, you should make sure that your parents have an estate plan that protects their interests and assets. Having a conversation about your parents’ estate…

Losing a loved one is never easy. But when you believe that someone took advantage of your loved one to change their will, the grief can be even more unbearable. Fortunately, in North Carolina, there is a legal process which allows you to question and challenge the validity of a will with the help of…

When meeting with a Wilmington estate planning attorney, you are probably thinking about how you want your assets to be distributed to your loved ones after your death. But have you thought about what will happen to your debt One study conducted by Experian in 2016 found that 73% of America will die with debt.…

Did you recently move to Wilmington from another state? Every year, hundreds of families and retirees move to Wilmington from out of state to enjoy the weather and proximity to coastal waterways. As you settle into your new home, estate planning may be the last thing on your mind. If you already have a will…

Once you write and execute your will, you may eventually change your mind or decide that you don’t want the provisions to be set in stone. Fortunately, North Carolina law gives you the opportunity to revoke or change your will, even once it’s become valid by execution. How to Revoke A North Carolina Will When…