Planning an estate is a very important process in anyone's life. It can give people peace of mind to know that their legacy will go on after the end of their life. But while planning on how your assets will be managed at the end of your life is important, it is also...
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Signs that a will is fraudulent
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Sep 7, 2018 | Wills
When a loved one passes away, it is likely that their assets will be subject to a will that they created in their lifetime. Usually, a will's contents are distributed to the beneficiaries with no dispute. Occasionally, though, loved ones may feel that the will was...
The following should not be included in a will
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Aug 10, 2018 | Wills
While making a will is a positive and proactive decision to make sure that your wishes are heard at the end of your life, there are some things that should not be included in the will. This is because they are not legally recognized as part of a will. Some wishes must...
Oral wills in the state of Massachusetts
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Jul 13, 2018 | Wills
Wills can come in many different forms. They are most commonly written down and formally submitted during the lifetime of the willmaker. However, not everyone makes a will formally before the end of their life; therefore, in some limited circumstances in the state of...
How does intestate law work in Massachusetts?
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Jun 8, 2018 | Wills
When a person does not make a will, or when a person's will cannot be legally validated, intestate law is the name for the procedure that is put in place in order to transfer the remaining estate to the appropriate beneficiaries. This can be very difficult to do,...
How does divorce impact inheritance?
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | May 11, 2018 | Wills
When a couple is married, it is taken for granted that in the event of the divorce, assets will be divided. However, in the process of filing for a divorce, the question of what happens to an inheritance fund becomes more murky. Inheritances in general are considered...
How can I contest my loved one’s will?
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Apr 11, 2018 | Wills
Losing a loved one can be one of the most difficult times in a person's life. Along with the existence of emotional difficulty, there can also be added stress and tension due to the fact that you will need to sort out the financial affairs. It is important that you...
Modifying a will the safe way
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Mar 30, 2018 | Wills
There may come a time in your life when certain circumstances change: Perhaps you go through a divorce, you lose a loved one or you gain a grandchild or a new family member. In situations such as these, it is understandable that you would want to go through the...
The laws for wills in Massachusetts
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Mar 8, 2018 | Wills
A person's final wishes for what should happen in regard to his or her estate should take place within a legally binding will. The laws in regard to wills are quite similar in every state; however, it is important to understand the slight differences in the law that...
Why should I consider challenging a will?
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Feb 2, 2018 | Wills
The vast majority of wills get passed and go through the probate process smoothly. However, in around 1 percent of cases, there is an issue where for one reason or another the will is not deemed to be valid. These problems with wills getting passed usually lie with...
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