by Knee Law | Dec 10, 2021 | Probate, The Probate Process
What You Should Know About Disputing Debt Claims During Probate Once someone dies, their estate will be taken through the probate process to ensure that the person’s last will and testament is properly carried out, after which a debt claim could be made. It...
by Knee Law | Dec 6, 2021 | Estate Planning, Trusts
The Charitable Remainder Trust: A Type of an Irrevocable Trust The charitable remainder trust (CRT) is managed by a trustee, and income is paid out to either the grantor or another named beneficiary while the charity receives a donation after the grantor has passed...
by Knee Law | Dec 2, 2021 | Estate Planning
Everything You Should Know About Guardianship vs. Conservatorship When a loved one is unable to continue making their own decisions, it’s possible to request guardianship or conservatorship by submitting the request to a New Jersey court. In 2017, there were...
by Knee Law | Nov 15, 2021 | Trusts
Challenging a New Jersey Trust If you are a beneficiary to a revocable trust and you want to contest its validity, you must do so no later than the earlier of (a) four months of your receipt of a copy of the trust from the trustee along with a notice containing...
by Knee Law | Nov 11, 2021 | Probate, The Probate Process
What Are Common Reasons for Probate Disputes? The average will takes about six to nine months to go through probate court. However, if there are disputes, this process can drag out for years. If you want to keep your heirs from dealing with the stress of a lengthy...
