Will, Conservatorships,
Guardianships, Probate
Will
Regardless of the size of your estate, everyone needs a Will.
This legal
document expresses your individual wishes regarding distribution of your
solely owned property after your death.
Conservatorship
If you are judged to be incapable of handling your own affairs,
a court
will name an individual or institution to manage your property, unless
you name someone while you are still capable.
Guardianships
Guardianships are established to care for a minor or incompetent person’s
well-being. A Guardian of the Person is in charge of the care of a physical
well-being, while a Conservator is in charge of the care of a minor or
incompetent person’s financial well-being.
Probate
Probate is the process of interpreting a decedent’s last Will and
Testament, or determining whether the Will is valid. It can also include
the process of determining distribution of assets if the decedent passes
without a Will (intestate).
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