Estate Planning
5 Estate Planning Items for Family Businesses in NC
Family-owned businesses could have an uncertain future if owners neglect to implement and maintain estate planning documents. Whether owners wish to transfer…
3 Mistakes Parents Make in Estate Plans
Family structures have evolved beyond the nuclear family unit over the past few decades. With notable rates of divorce and re-marriage, more…
Including Jewelry in North Carolina Estate Plans
June is a popular choice of month for weddings. At the end of this past June, same-sex marriage was legalized following the…
What Happens if an Executor Doesn’t Do Their Job in North Carolina?
An executor’s responsibilities are legal requirements, and one of those duties is to act in the best interest of the estate. Mismanaging funds, failing…
Phone Scam Using Our Firm Name
Be advised TrustCounsel does not make unsolicited phone calls to persons with whom we have no prior relationship, regarding tax advice or…
New Birth Certificate Guidelines in North Carolina for Same-Sex Couples’ Children
Same-sex couples who have a child in North Carolina could previously only list one parent on the child’s birth certificate. This made…
A Will’s Limits in North Carolina Probate
A will cannot achieve every goal of the testator. No matter how finely crafted provisions are made and assets are addressed in…
Last-Minute Estate Planning in North Carolina
Forbes cited a survey in 2014 that revealed 51% of Americans aged 55 to 64 do not have an estate plan. Sometimes…
Creditor Claims Against Decedents in North Carolina
One of the many responsibilities executors have is ensuring that the decedent’s debts are satisfied. Creditor claims against estates in North Carolina…
