Legal Resolutions for Your Real Estate Needs

Key takeaways There is no one success rate for challenging a will, as the outcome is dependent on the grounds, evidence, and stage at which a dispute is settled. The accepted reasons for disputing a will are undue influence, mental incompetence, fraud, coercion, and faulty execution. Medical data, witness evidence, and estate planning paperwork...

Key Takeaways Estate planning lets you decide who receives your assets and how they are managed after you die. A complete plan typically includes a will, power of attorney, healthcare directive, and possibly a trust. Listing assets and naming beneficiaries are essential first steps in building your plan. Common mistakes include delaying the process,...

Key Takeaways If no guardian is named in a will, a Missouri court will appoint one based on the child's best interests. Probate is the court-supervised process of settling a deceased person's estate, including decisions affecting minor children. A proper estate plan allows parents to choose guardians and protect assets outside of court supervision....