On Behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | Jun 23, 2020 | Probate And Estate Administration
Ideally, an Ohio probate court will appoint the executor to handle the estate of your loved one without delay. A court will do this by granting letters testamentary to the executor of the estate, or letters of administration if a person has died intestate. But...
On Behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | May 6, 2020 | Probate And Estate Administration
Estate administration is the process of managing your estate after your death. With the court, through probate, your executor will ensure your assets go to your heirs and other details of your life conclude properly according to the law. However, administration or...
On Behalf of Kroener, Hale & Penick Law Firm | Dec 11, 2017 | Probate And Estate Administration
One of the important aspects of developing your estate plan in Ohio is to determine who will get your assets. For most people, this means delegating your money. You will likely leave it to your spouse, if you have one, and your children. However, if you are doing your...
On Behalf of Kroener, Hale & Penick Law Firm | Nov 1, 2017 | Probate And Estate Administration
In times when people may be suffering under the weight of business or personal debts, Ohio residents may fear a judge can award any of their personal sources of wealth to a creditor, even the assets placed in a living trust. However,...
On Behalf of Kroener, Hale & Penick Law Firm | Oct 25, 2017 | Probate And Estate Administration
You may have heard the phrase “avoid probate” in the context of estate planning, but have no idea what it means or how it is connected to your estate planning process. Many Ohioans want to avoid probate because of the hardships it can cause for their...
On Behalf of Kroener, Hale & Penick Law Firm | Oct 16, 2017 | Probate And Estate Administration
There are many scams floating about in Ohio. One scam that you may very well fall prey to is the inheritance letter scam. This is when you are sent a letter claiming you have inherited a large sum of money. It is easy to believe because you may not have been aware of...
On Behalf of Kroener, Hale & Penick Law Firm | Sep 23, 2017 | Probate And Estate Administration
While most people in Ohio have a general understanding about what probate entails, there are several facts that you may not realize. We at Kroener Hale Law Firm have offered this information to help you in your estate plan; we can also answer any questions or concerns...
On Behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | Jul 4, 2017 | Probate And Estate Administration
Choosing a beneficiary for your estate in Ohio is a mixture of legalities and personal considerations. According to MarketWatch, you need to make sure the person you choose will be able to carry out your wishes and handle the responsibility that comes with being a...
On Behalf of Kroener, Hale & Penick Law Firm | May 25, 2017 | Probate And Estate Administration
Having a loved one pass away can be a difficult experience, but encountering problems with the will can make the event even more stressful for you and your family members. If you have realized that there are discrepancies or other issues with the will, you may be...
On Behalf of Kroener, Hale & Penick Law Firm | Mar 26, 2017 | Probate And Estate Administration
Ohio residents who think that estate planning is just for older people or those persons who are very wealthy couldn’t be more wrong. Anyone can benefit from an estate plan and today that may mean more than just a will. Many people are finding that trusts offer a...
