Arizona Probate Litigation Attorneys
When it comes to probate and inheritance law, things aren’t always as simple as they seem — especially when paternity is involved. In Arizona, if paternity isn’t legally established, a child may be denied the right to inherit from a deceased parent, even if the biological relationship is clear. This is where things get tricky.…
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Financial abuse is a growing threat to Arizona vulnerable adults. According to Arizona Adult Protective Services' reports, there were over 42,000 reports of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation in years 2023 and 2024. Of those, over 25% involved allegations of financial misconduct. Due to isolation, seclusion and embarrassment, incidents are likely undiscovered or undisclosed. So these…
Read MoreWhat is financial abuse of vulnerable adults? Financial abuse occurs when someone takes advantage of an elderly person’s financial resources for their own gain. This can include scams, unauthorized transactions, property fraud, and undue influence by caregivers or family members. >> Watch this video or read more about financial exploitation laws in Arizona. How…
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What Are the Types of Probate in AZ? Arizona has four types of probate. We have covered each Arizona probate process below, including what they entail. Small Estate Maybe this is technically not a probate, but it is an important first step in determining what to do after someone dies. In the Arizona small estate…
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How Much Does Probate in AZ Cost? The cost of the Arizona probate process varies greatly and depends on several factors. Some of the issues that may affect the cost are: Whether probate is opened within two years of the decedent’s death. If the decedent left a will, whether the survivors have the original will…
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What Are the Steps in the AZ Probate Process? Depending on your assets and estate planning documents, such as your will, when you die, your estate may have to go through probate. The probate process varies from state to state and depends on individual circumstances. Here is an overview of the Arizona probate process and…
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