A common misconception that many in Edmond may have regarding estate administration is that it is a singular event. While that may be true in certain cases, many times estate administration can be a process that plays out over several years (even decades). This is...
estate administration & probate
What is the role of an executor?
As you prepare your estate, you will have to choose an executor. Understanding what the executor does will help ensure that you pick the right person for the job. According to Forbes, the main duty is for the executor to carry out your wishes. However, the job entails...
Estate planning a good idea for young adults
Young adults in Oklahoma may think they will not need an estate plan until they are older. However, it is a good idea to start creating an estate plan early on, even when someone has just graduated from college and is starting his or her first job. One of the things...
Understanding probate
When someone dies in Oklahoma, many people may think they can simply take the belongings of the deceased. However, most of the time, a person's estate needs to go through probate. The Motley Fool says that probate determines whether a will is valid. The executor of...
What should you know about probate administration?
To Oklahoma residents like you, probate administration is likely a complex mess of legal terms and laws that you don't necessarily know. Lidia Law Firm is here to guide you through what can be an incredibly confusing and tricky legal area to navigate. Probate...
Factors to consider when appointing an executor
When Oklahoma residents put their estate plan together, it is important for them to think carefully about the person who will serve as their executor. According to FindLaw, the executor is usually in charge of the administrative and legal duties associated with your...