Stephens & Holman

A well-drafted will clearly outlines the testator—or will-maker’s—final wishes and intentions, ideally leaving no room for uncertainty. However, informal wills written by the testator themselves or even a formal document prepared by a lawyer can…

When someone passes away without a will, their estate is considered intestate. This means the deceased’s estate is distributed based on a legal formula rather than personal wishes. In these cases, the law determines who…

When it comes to planning your estate, one of the most important decisions in the process is choosing an executor. An executor is a person or entity responsible for carrying out the final wishes and…