Probate is a critical legal process for handling someone’s assets when they pass away. The court oversees the allocation of assets, consuming time and resources. While this process serves as a vital ...

When a loved one passes, there may be questions surrounding the will and that person's estate. This can lead to probate, which can be time-consuming and costly. If you live in Ohio, the process can ...

In past weeks this weekly column has written about why you want to own your real estate until you pass away and the potential downfalls if you give your real estate to your kids before your death.

It’s a question that surprises people: “When I pass away, will my boat, camper or mobile home have to go through probate?” In Ohio, the answer is the classic lawyer response — it depends. In Ohio, ...

If you live in Ohio, estate planning will require you to manage your assets in a way that complies with state laws. Ohio residents can use wills, trusts and powers of attorney to make sure that their ...

This fall, the Ohio House will consider a measure that could quash public complaints about probate judges. The amendment was first included and removed from the budget. But weeks later, it appeared as ...

Lorain County Probate Judge James T. Walther was elected president of the Ohio Association of Probate Judges, according to a news release. Bed build earns Wellington Kiwanis top project honor Lorain ...

Cuyahoga County Probate Judge Laura J. Gallagher was elected to the office of president of the Ohio Association of Probate Judges, according to a news release. The Association is comprised of all ...