Probate and trust administration are two legal processes that can be used to manage a deceased person’s assets and distribute them according to their wishes. In this blog, we will explore the differences between probate and trust administration, the advantages...
When a loved one passes, the probate process in Massachusetts may feel like a daunting prospect but familiarizing yourself with the procedure will help you reach the best possible outcome, especially when you are supported by Dowley Legal’s team of professional...
When dealing with probate, all states have their individual laws. Massachusetts probate laws are fairly standard. Still, anyone who is about to enter this situation should familiarize themselves with the key features to ensure that the best results are achieved under...
When handling the legal processes following a loved one’s passing, asking “what is the difference between voluntary and involuntary probate?” will be one of the top items on your agenda. Here at Dowley Legal, our experts can support you through both. After a loved one...
When a person dies, their estate must go through the probate process to be distributed to their beneficiaries. Probate is the legal process of distributing a person’s assets after they die. The purpose of probate is to settle the deceased person’s debts...
When a loved one dies, their estate must go through probate in order to be distributed to their heirs. This process can be lengthy and expensive, and often leaves the family members fighting over who gets what. There are several ways to avoid probate in Massachusetts,...
What is probate and what does it involve? In Massachusetts, probate is the process of authenticating a will and distributing a deceased person’s assets. The probate court oversees the process and makes sure that the will is valid and that the deceased...
If you’re like most people, you probably don’t spend a lot of time thinking about estate planning. But the truth is, it’s one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your loved ones. In this blog post, we will discuss what estate...
Every person can benefit from creating an estate plan. Such a plan can help you decide what will happen to your estate when you die, as well as who will be able to make financial decisions on your behalf if you are too ill to do so. Estate planning laws vary by...
One aspect of estate planning that may come up as you work with a trusted attorney is the idea of a pooled trust. You may be wondering What is a Pooled Trust and how will it impact or affect you? Here you can learn the purpose of a pooled trust and if it’s the right...
