Handling a family member’s death is always an overwhelming process, especially so when his or her assets go through probate. Probate is the process of handling assets after a person has died. A will must be executed or, if there is no will, must be distributed by an administrator. In…
Legal custody in the State of Missouri refers to the power granted to a parent to make decisions regarding the best interests of the child. Two major types of legal custody are recognized under Missouri law: (1) joint legal custody and (2) sole legal custody. It is necessary to speak…
Estate planning in Missouri is complex, and prospective clients need to understand the importance of speaking with an experienced estate planning attorney if they have questions regarding conservatorships. If you want to learn more about estate planning in general, then you will be served well by understanding conservatorships. You can…
Estate planning can help you protect your financial assets. If you die without a will in Missouri, then you and your heirs may suffer severe consequences. However, many individuals in Missouri do not have estate plans, and many people in the State of Missouri die without making a will. Making…
Sometimes clients do not know when they need a lawyer if they are dealing with the administration of an estate. Probate administration is expensive, and it is time consuming, so it is in your best interests to retain an experienced estate planning lawyer. Sometimes you may discover that it is…
If you place your assets in a will, then your estate must pass through probate administration. Probate is a long process that is also expensive. Also, probate can be stressful for family members who do not understand how the decedent’s property is going to be distributed. If you want to…
It can be difficult to deal with legal problems while you are still grieving the loss of your family member. A trust litigation lawyer can help you determine the best strategy to pursue so you can protect your legal interests. Trust administration and will contests are two of the most…
The discovery phase is one of the most substantial and important phases of a civil lawsuit. During the discovery phase both parties exchange information and provide responses to questions. The primary discovery tools are interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission, and depositions. If you retain an attorney you will…
Civil litigation is a complex and lengthy process that begins once a civil lawsuit is filed. The stages of civil litigation may confuse prospective clients. Learning about the basics of civil litigation can help you understand more about how your case will proceed from the filing of the complaint through…
