Estate Planning & Administration

Probate courts in Indiana serve several important roles. They help to ensure that the distribution of someone's assets complies with both state law and the instructions in a testator’s estate plan. Probate court oversight also helps to protect the legacy of a deceased...

If you seek feedback in re: the issue of when you should engage in estate planning, you’ll likely receive varied responses. Some people will tell you to wait until you have valuable property like real estate in your name. Others will suggest that you wait until you...

The role of a parent is educational and protective. You have to provide your children with basic resources and also teach them how to safely navigate the world. Most parents will get to watch their children mature and achieve independence, but some children will...

Many people write a will when creating their estate plan, but a will may not meet your needs or achieve all your goals. It is important to consider all your options when planning your estate, including trusts. What are the advantages of a trust? One important...

When you hear about estate planning, you may have thought of it as something you needed to do...one day. Perhaps for years, you have been putting off creating an estate plan because you think you have plenty of time to complete it, or you may believe that you do not...

A will is an important part of your estate plan. Some people rely on their will to make their final dispositions, while others may also use instruments such as trusts to make the process more efficient. An effective will communicates your wishes and serves as a...