by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jun 24, 2018 | Probate Litigation
If youve lost a loved one and serve as the personal representative of their estate, you likely have plenty of unanswered questions. As a personal representative, you will need to work hands-on to administer the estate. Often, the average person is unfamiliar with the...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jun 21, 2018 | Probate Litigation
Californians who die without wills may have their estates probated after they die. As the death of Texas tycoon James Cotter demonstrates, the probate process may be very complex and heavily litigated when people leave behind large estates without wills. Cotter died...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jun 11, 2018 | Probate Litigation
When a California resident dies without a will, the process of settling their estate can get complicated. However, it is possible that the individual actually had a will and neglected to tell anyone about it. Even if an estate owner never mentioned a will, there could...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | May 29, 2018 | Probate Litigation
It is common, and in some cases admirable, for families to come together after the death of a loved one. Whether the passing comes after a prolonged illness or an instant tragedy, families need each other to honor the memory of their loved one and to begin the healing...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | May 23, 2018 | Probate Litigation
When an individual passes away in California or any other state, his or her estate may be subject to probate. This can happen if a person dies with or without a valid will. If a person does have a valid will, assets will be distributed according to its instructions....
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Apr 10, 2018 | Probate Litigation
After a person in California dies, their estate enters probate, the process by which their property is transferred after death. Probate collects property, ensures debts are paid from the estate and then sees that the property is distributed according to the wishes of...
