Last Will & Testament

Learn how to find out if a valid will exists and get tips on where to look for one so you can begin the probate process.

People, families and finances change over time, and these changes should be reflected in one’s estate-planning documents. Consult an elder law attorney about your options for updating or revoking a will to ensure your wishes are followed.

Most people mistakenly believe that creating a will is a one-time task, but estate-planning documents should be reviewed regularly to ensure they still reflect your wishes.

Probate is the court-supervised process of inventorying all a decedent’s assets and distributing them to creditors and inheritors. However, not all property is subject to disposition by a will or the probate process.