Lou Reed, famous for 70’s hits like “Walk on the Wild Side,” died on October 27, 2013, leaving behind an estate worth at least $30 million that ... Read More
WILL CONTESTS
Mickey Rooney’s Family Accused of Elder Abuse, in Court Following Actor’s Death
To a certain generation, Mickey Rooney evokes memories of Hollywood’s golden years, where going to the movies was a happy, music-filled, and glamorous ... Read More
Buyer, Beware! Online Last Will and Testament Ends in Probate Litigation
Online legal forms allow consumers to form a business, create real estate contracts, and make a last will and testament—all from the comfort of their ... Read More
When Dementia Affects Estate Planning
Dementia is a devastating disease, not only for the person affected but also for his or her family. And unfortunately, the consequences of the ... Read More
INCOMPLETE WILL IS VALID, ARIZONA COURT HOLDS
An Arizona court holds that a will that refers to a list still valid, even if the list is actually not attached. So we ask, is an incomplete will and ... Read More
“NO CONTEST” CLAUSE MAY DISCOURAGE WILL OR TRUST CONTEST
In this post, I will explain how a “no contest” clause may be used to defend against an estate, probate, will or trust contest in Arizona. Peace of ... Read More
