Articles Posted in Probate Process

Frequently Asked Questions for Minter & Pollak, LC including information regarding what types of legal matters we handle and what we do not handle.

At Minter & Pollak, LC, we talk to people every day about their estate plan—how they want their assets distributed and who they trust to make decisions on their behalf. One thing that still surprises us is how many individuals prefer not to discuss their estate plan with their family, assuming “they’ll figure it out…

Congratulations! You’ve taken an important first step by completing your Will. But don’t stop there—your estate plan isn’t fully effective unless your assets are aligned with your intentions. If your property doesn’t transfer the way you expect, your loved ones may still end up in probate court. To help avoid probate and ensure a smooth…

Creating your estate planning documents is the first step toward protecting your legacy—but the process doesn’t end there. Once your Trust is in place, you need to ensure your assets are properly transferred to it. Otherwise, your loved ones may still face probate after your passing. Here’s what you need to do next to complete…

One of the first things we hear from new estate planning clients is:“How can I avoid probate?” This is often a reason driving people come to us. Many have gone through the probate process for a loved one and want to spare their families the same experience. Probate in Kansas can be expensive, time-consuming, and…