Avoid Estate Litigation about Mental Capacity
Will contests (litigation) are more common than you might think. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to avoid conflicts after you die.
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Robert P. Newman, Esq.
- Nov 10, 2022
- 6 min
Before You Leave on Vacation
We are quickly heading into that time of year when many people take time off to embark on their next great adventure. Well, before you...
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Robert P. Newman, Esq.
- Oct 31, 2022
- 3 min
Why a Trust Is the Best Option to Avoid Probate
The whole purpose of estate planningโor at least a significant pieceโis concerned with ease. Establishing a trust can seem complicated, and
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Robert P. Newman, Esq.
- Oct 28, 2022
- 3 min
Three Tips for Overwhelmed Personal Representatives
Being named personal representative is an honor, but it can often be a sobering and daunting responsibility.
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Robert P. Newman, Esq.
- Oct 27, 2022
- 2 min
The Pros and Cons of Probate
Probate can create undue costs and delays. For that reason, many people prefer to use strategies to keep their property out of probate
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Robert P. Newman, Esq.
- Oct 26, 2022
- 3 min
Three Celebrity Probate Disasters and Tragic Lessons
Some of the worldโs richest and most famous people enter the pearly gates with no estate plan, while others have made estate planning mistak
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Robert P. Newman, Esq.
- Oct 25, 2022
- 3 min
How Long is Probate?
The probate process is not easy, it is not private, and it is certainly not inexpensive. Getting professional guidance upfront is always wis
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Robert P. Newman, Esq.
- Oct 19, 2022
- 3 min
Five Facts: Dementia Caregiving
Dementia, in particular, Alzheimer's Disease, is growing at an alarming rate. And its impact on families and caregivers should not be overlo
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Robert P. Newman, Esq.
- Oct 19, 2022
- 3 min
Three Reasons to Avoid Probate
Probate can be a pain in the neck. Even with the best Will, probate is still a very public process. It can also be very expensive and very t
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Robert P. Newman, Esq.
- Oct 5, 2022
- 8 min
Keeping Those Vows
October is a popular month for couples to tie the knot in the United States. While wedding planning most often includes tuxedos, dresses,...
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Robert P. Newman, Esq.
- Sep 2, 2022
- 4 min
Make Your Trust Do the Work
Can you believe Labor Day Weekend is here already! Kids are back to school, the white gets put away, and the days get shorter. Summer...
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Robert P. Newman, Esq.
- Aug 25, 2022
- 5 min
Is Your Estate Plan Complete?
Roughly two-thirds of Americans do not have an estate plan, according to a recent survey from Caring.com.[1] If you are among the...
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