When you create your estate plan, one of the most important decisions you'll make is choosing an executor. This person will be responsible for managing your estate, paying debts and taxes, and distributing assets to your beneficiaries according to your wishes. But what happens if your chosen executor is unable or unwilling to serve in the middle of the probate…

The loss of a loved one is never easy, and discovering that you've been named the executor of their will can add to the emotional weight you're already carrying. It's natural to feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to start, especially if you've never handled an estate before. At Cary Estate Planning, our experienced probate attorneys are here to provide…

The days and weeks after losing a loved one are challenging. You're grieving, you're trying to make sense of what's happened, and now you have the added stress of figuring out what to do with their will and estate. As estate attorneys, we field questions every day from surviving family members who don’t know where to start but know they…

Losing someone close is painful enough. The last thing you need is to feel lost in probate court. All the legal terms and paperwork can make the probate process feel like a maze.  Where do you even start? How does the probate process work? What's expected of you as an executor? At Cary Estate Planning, our goal is to empower…

Losing a loved one is undoubtedly one of life's most challenging experiences. Amidst the grief and emotional turmoil, practical matters such as probate may seem overwhelming. But here's the straightforward truth: understanding the Cary probate process is crucial, and we're here to help you with it at Cary Estate Planning. In this guide, we'll answer a pressing question: "How long…