The Most Neglected Estate Planning Document in Ohio
Although numerous websites, advertisements, and articles espouse the benefits of creating an estate plan, a 2020 article from Caring.com found that only about one-third of Americans have at least one estate planning document. The article goes on to say that of those respondents who reported having at least one estate planning document, about one quarter …
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Do-It-Yourself Estate Plans – Review Them, or Replace Them?
Do-it-yourself estate planning kits and websites are a popular choice among those who believe they have the know-how to look after their families’ interests and only need a little help in complying with the formalities of a will or trust. These kits and websites promise fees that are lower than many attorneys’ fees and results …
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How COVID-19 is Changing Domestic Court Operations
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to cause infections and death across the country, there appears to be a growing consensus among government leaders and citizens alike that businesses and government operations need to resume safely. This includes the business of the courts, which were impacted and impaired by the spread of the virus over the …
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Preparing to Open a Probate Case in the State of Ohio
When a close family member or relative passes, it may become necessary to open a probate case in order to address the decedent’s unresolved affairs. The amount of assets and obligations the decedent left behind, along with the existence of a will or estate plan and the number of family members or beneficiaries survive the …
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Missing Hearings in an Ongoing Ohio Probate Case – What Can You Do?
Some probate proceedings are simple and require only a handful of hearings. The estate of a person who passes away and who has few surviving relatives, a clear estate plan, or few assets may only require a handful of hearings before the probate case is concluded. The estates of decedents who leave behind many heirs …
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What To Do if You Find a Loved One’s Will Too Late
Suppose that a beloved family member passed away. Before passing, this family member did not disclose to you or any other family member the existence of a will. This family member left a considerably-sized estate that was divided evenly between yourself and your two siblings. Months later, you and your siblings are cleaning out your …
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What is Difference Between a Living Will and Power of Attorney Ohio?
At Dawes Legal, LLC, we enjoy being able to help educate clients on estate planning matters. Not only to we strive to help our clients create comprehensive estate plans that give them and their families peace of mind in the event of a sudden illness, incapacitating event, or sudden death, but we also help our …
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The Incomplete Will: The Legal Issues Concerning “Do-it-yourself” Will or Trust Kits in Ohio
Perhaps a loved one heard about a “do-it-yourself” will or trust kit on the radio or from an online advertiser. This loved one knew the importance of creating a will, and desired to have the certainty and peace of mind a will could provide, but balked at the prospect of paying what they perceived to …
Possessing and Carrying “Deadly Weapons” in Ohio
Allegations that a person has committed certain crimes with a “deadly weapon” are serious legal matters. Even carrying a “deadly weapon” in a school zone or on a university’s campus may be enough to trigger an arrest and criminal prosecution. Such laws are meant to dissuade and prevent people from carrying firearms and knives in …
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