If you hear the term, "intestate," it means that a person has passed away without a valid will. If the person had a will, it would have stated exactly how the person wished their property to be distributed to their heirs. If the person didn't have a valid will when...
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What are trustees’ responsibilities for trust administration?
Many people in Ohio are asked to be trustees of their family members’ trusts. Most people says yes even though they may not completely understand their responsibilities as trustees. They also may not become the trustee of the trust until many years later. By that...
Can a decedent’s business continue operation during probate?
In Ohio, there are many issues that must be addressed during probate and estate administration. In general, this is related to the person—the decedent’s—property, how it will be distributed and all their affairs settled. For business owners, there may be concern as to...