by Knee Law | Mar 5, 2024 | Estate Law, Estate Litigation
Jury Decides in Long-running Dispute Over Aretha Franklin’s Will Aretha Franklin’s 2018 death resulted in mourning around the world. It also sparked a will dispute between two of her children. Now, however, it appears the will dispute might finally be...
by Knee Law | Feb 15, 2024 | Estate Law, Estate Planning
More than two-thirds of Americans have no estate plan, and most of those who do have only a basic will. If you believe that your estate plan should include a trust as a supplement or an alternative to a will, choosing a trustee may feel overwhelming. Fortunately,...
by Knee Law | Feb 1, 2024 | Estate Law, Estate Planning
When it comes to planning your estate, providing for your loved ones is a top priority. However, concerns about their financial responsibility and potential external threats like creditors or a disgruntled spouse may arise. Fortunately, there is a solution: a...
by Knee Law | Jan 15, 2024 | Estate Law, Estate Planning, Inheritance
What To Do As Your Parent’s Executor When drafting a will, many people will name one of their children to be their executor. If you have been named the executor of your parent’s will, that is a big responsibility. Here are a few points to consider. ...
by Knee Law | Oct 1, 2023 | Estate Law, Estate Planning
Is a QTIP Trust Right for Your Situation? A QTIP trust is a legal vehicle through which a deceased spouse can ensure the lifetime income of a surviving spouse. An estate planning lawyer may recommend a QTIP trust when the estate of at least one of the spouses is...
by Knee Law | Sep 26, 2023 | Estate Law, Estate Planning, Inheritance, Wills
Any assets held in your estate at the time of your death will likely be subject to probate. New Jersey probate is a simple process that should be completed in one month’s time, assuming that no one launches a preemptive challenge to the Will, called filing a Caveat,...