If an individual dies without a will, the state of Connecticut through its statutory schemes already set out what the process for distribution of the estate is. First and foremost, some will have to be appointed as administrator of the estate which is the same as an executor. However, because there is no will which […]

If you want to change your will, in many instances, all we need to do is to draw an amendment otherwise known as the codicil, which is not a big deal. In fact, the most involved part of the process is to make sure that it’s properly executed and by that, I mean in the same […]

Under Connecticut law, the taxes and fees that used to be imposed years ago are no longer in place. Now, probate court fees are based on the size of the estate and typically run anywhere from $500-$2000. Again, those are typical estates. If it’s a large estate, the fees will be more and we can […]

Wills need to be reviewed periodically. They may or may not require changes but until you’ve reviewed them, you don’t really know. There are certain circumstances under Connecticut law where wills become invalid such as in marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, and other major life events. Certain wills can be drawn to provide for […]

When clients come to me interested in drawing up a will, the first thing I ask them to do is to take stock of their situation and by that, I mean to figure out a few of the basics. If they’re no longer here, how do they want their property distributed? How do they want […]