Wills
Understanding NC’s Intestate Law: What Happens If You Die Without a Will
A Will is a crucial part of estate planning, but what happens if a person dies without one? Contrary to common belief, property doesn’t simply transfer to the State. Instead, in North Carolina, the property of individuals who pass away without a Will is distributed according to the North Carolina Intestate Succession Act. The NC…
Read MoreWhen and How to Contest a Will
When and how do you contest a Last Will and Testament? The answer is both simple and quite complex. The simple answer is to file what is called a “Caveat” in the estate where the Will is being probated. A Caveat outlines the grounds by which the Will is being contested, typically attacking what makes…
Read MoreWhy We Might Need Something More Than a Will
Attorney Andrew J. Cobin, a partner at Brady Cobin Law Group, appeared on WPTF’s Triangle Afternoon News program and discussed questions with radio hosts Rick and Donna Martinez about making a will and why a will by itself may not be enough. Andrew Cobin is among a small percentage of attorneys recognized by the North…
Read MoreDying Without a Will — NC Intestate Chart
Dying Without a Will in North Carolina In North Carolina, when you die without a will, it is known as having a dying “intestate”, meaning that a local probate court will appoint an administrator to distribute your assets according to the requirements of North Carolina probate law. They must follow state intestacy laws that try to…
Read MoreAmericans Rush to Make Online Wills Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
As the coronavirus spreads throughout the United States and projections indicate that tens of thousands of people will succumb to the deadly virus, various publications are reporting that Americans are rushing to create wills through online services. While having a written will is advisable, making a will online can be a costly mistake. The attraction…
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