Blog Posts in March, 2012

Celebrities and Probate: Amy Winehouse's Estate

Last July, the America was shocked and saddened by the death of the famous singer Amy Winehouse. The 27-year-old passed away from an accidental alcohol poisoning in her home in London. When she passed ...
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All About Tribal Probate

American Indians have a unique heritage within the United States. These tribes are loyal to their descendants and take great pride in their family relations. According to the 2004 Probate Reform Act, ...
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Whitney Houston's Daughter Inherits All

Whitney Houston's untimely death on February 11 th 2012 came as a shock to the world. Singers mourned the stars' passing at the Grammy's the following Sunday, and news stations quickly ...
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An Alternative to Probate: Death Deed Transfers

While probate is normally the best way to divide a decedent's estate, there are other ways to handle assets without going through this process. One option is called a death deed transfer. This ...
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Probate and Mental Health Cases

When people think of probate, most often they associate the term with decedent's estates, trust proceedings, guardian proceedings, and more. Yet probate courts work with a variety of cases. One of ...
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