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Estate Administrator Sentenced to 7 YearsThere are many temptations for executors and estate administrators. However, it would be wise to resist them. A judge ... Estate Administration
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Trustee Is Removed but Doesn’t Turn over AssetsGenerally, a removed trustee should turn over assets. However, that doesn't always happen. Sometimes it is acceptable for a ... Beneficiaries
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A Trust Isn’t Always Accepted as LegitimateLondon court rules that trusts created by former Russian senator were created to avoid creditors. A court in London has ... Trusts
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Executor Should Aim toward EssentialsThe job of executor is likely to go more smoothly, if the focus is on basic duties. The Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog ... Estate Attorney
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Executor Acts in the Best Interest of the EstateAn executor needs to use best judgement in deciding how to use authority. An executor has considerable discretion in deciding ... Estate Administration
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Movies about Famous People Can Be ChallengingMichael Jackson's life is featured in some soon-to-be released movies. However, images and music not authorized by the ... Estate Litigation
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Ethics Important when Naming TrusteeEthical concerns surface in a Louisiana estate case. Members of a Louisiana family were surprised, when they learned that an ... Elder Law
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Disney to Use Fisher Film Footage in Star Wars IXActress Carrie Fisher to appear in Star Wars IX through the use of previously shot film footage. Carrie Fisher, who passed ... Estate Administration
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Descendants of Peggy Guggenheim Continue Estate BattleFoundation receives Guggenheim art collection, but also multiple challenges from family. Vanity Fair recently detailed the ... Estate Administration
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Wyly Estate Fails to Pay FineExecutor of estate plan may face contempt charges. Brothers Charles Wyly and Sam Wyly were known to have billions in assets ... Executor
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Courts Can Loosen Restrictions Placed on TrustIf court feels the purpose of trust is prevented by restrictions it can make changes. The Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof ... Trusts
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Trustees Have Great Power but Can Be Held AccountableTrustees can be held liable for their actions but it can be a tough case to prove. Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog ... Trusts