Trust and Estate Litigation

Lord & Lindley - Lawyers in Charlotte NC

Accelerating Estate Disputes: the Living Probate Option

June 29, 2016

          North Carolina joins four other states in providing a path to ensure decedents’ assets are distributed according to their wishes upon death.[1]  The North Carolina General Assembly recently enacted legislation amending statutes regarding estate administration by adding a procedure for “living probate.”  This action is usually commenced by a testator…

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When Heirs Cry: Claiming Prince’s Paternity

May 12, 2016

          The inheritance saga in the wake of Prince’s death continues.  Since reportedly dying without a will, potential heirs are coming of the proverbial woodwork and claiming they are entitled to a piece of Prince’s fortune.  According to Minnesota law, if there is no will, the deceased’s estate first goes to…

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