Oregon Wrongful Death Probate The attorneys at Southwest Portland Law Group can help you navigate the complicated and specialized area of wrongful death probate law. Even the most seasoned attorneys sometimes struggle with the various procedures, claims, rights, and obligations of the parties involved in…
What is Probate? Probate is a legal process that is sometimes necessary in order to transfer assets that a deceased individual owned at their death to another person. Technically, the term “probate” is specific to instances where the decedent left behind a will. However, it…
As with many legal questions, the answer is: “it depends.” In order for a will to be validly executed, Oregon law requires that a will be (1) in writing, (2) signed by the testator (or person making the will), and (3) signed by two witnesses…
One of the most common misconceptions when it comes to estate planning is assuming that the planning ends once the estate plan is signed. While this may be true with a simple will (which still needs to be updated after major life changes), the same cannot…
With 2016 drawing to a close, it’s about this time of year that people start to think about their New Year’s Resolutions. Common resolutions include things such as eating healthier, losing weight, saving money, or getting more organized. However, according to a University of Scranton…
Posthumous Management of Digital Assets and the Role of Estate Planning Although it still seems a bit taboo to talk about your own demise, as estate planners we are constantly having to speak with clients about their eventual death when drafting their estate plans. While this might lead…
Two months ago Prince Rogers Nelson (aka pop icon Prince) died reportedly without a will. The singer was not married, and left behind no surviving children or parents. As a result, under Minnesota intestate succession laws, his sister and half siblings stand to inherit Prince’s millions. However, dividing…
You’ve probably come across the terms estate plan, trust, will, or power of attorney at some point, but have you thought about how they might apply to you personally? This article will provide an overview of estate planning basics, as well as provide you with…
