by mhess | Aug 4, 2011 | Uncategorized
On occasion a probate needs to be filed quickly, as when a real estate closing is scheduled and title remains in the decedent’s name. Without a prompt probate filing, no one has legal authority to sign at the closing. Many Utah probate courts includes a...
by mhess | Aug 4, 2011 | Uncategorized
We understand that it’s one thing to create a Trust as part of an estate plan, and quite another to understand the duties that follow your appointment as Trustee. Our trust administration practice stands ready to guide Trustees through all of the duties and...
by mhess | Aug 4, 2011 | Uncategorized
In Utah there are several legal mechanisms whereby title to assets can pass at death without involving the probate process. For example, assets may be held in trust or joint tenancy, be subject to a written “pay on death” (POD) or “transfer on death” (TOD) directive,...
by mhess | Aug 4, 2011 | Uncategorized
The word “probate” often inspires fear. In Utah that is unnecessary. The probate process in Utah is far less costly and time-consuming than in almost any other State. In California the obsession with avoiding probate is real; in Utah that obsession is highly...
by mhess | Aug 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
Because our attorneys have excellent public-speaking skills, they are in demand for seminars. Our attorneys have presented dozens of seminars sponored by: CPAs Tax Preparers Financial Planners Brokerages Bar Association Sections Civic Groups Church Groups Emergency...
