How to Avoid a Contested Estate in Ohio

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An estate is broadly defined as the collective value of all property, assets, and liabilities that are owned, controlled or owed by a person. When someone passes away in Ohio, their estate may be required to go through the probate process. It is possible to avoid probate, and our estate planning lawyer can help you… Read more »

Reasons to Contest a Will in Ohio

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Will contests are a delicate legal issue. They come at an emotional time for a family, and they can be fraught with personal conflict. However, will contests are an important legal tool for ensuring that a relative’s final wishes are appropriately carried out in the manner that they would have wanted. There are a variety… Read more »

The Law and The Contested Estate

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  Court fights can get ugly quickly, and some of the most emotionally charged legal battles involve disagreements over wills. The disputes wind up pitting one family member against another in the distribution of money and property that a loved one has left behind. It’s sad, because one of the reasons for having a will in… Read more »