On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Jan 21, 2020 | Estate Planning, Probate
When someone creates a trust in Wheat Ridge and Jefferson County, they appoint a person to manage that trust, called a trustee. Trustees are tasked with managing the finances related to the trust. It is a position that requires reliability and trust, and sometimes, a...
On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Jan 17, 2020 | Probate
Debt is a pretty normal part of life in Wheat Ridge, Arvada, and across Colorado. Whether it be in the form of a mortgage, car loan, or credit card account, most people carry some sort of debt. So, it’s a reasonable to wonder who is responsible for paying the debt...
by shaunpearman | Dec 2, 2019 | Probate
When you hear the term mediation, often people think of divorce and child custody. However, mediation can also be a helpful tool for handling disputes regarding a will or trust. When a person passes away, their estate plan (will) must go through probate in order to be...
by shaunpearman | Nov 19, 2019 | Probate
Probate in Arvada and Wheat Ridge is the court process by which a person’s estate and assets are confirmed and dispersed. In Colorado, your estate can go through a formal or informal probate depending and the size and complexities of the estate. For relatively simple...
On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 21, 2019 | Probate
While most probate cases go through the process smoothly, encountering few to no issues, sometimes family members disagree and the will is disputed. If you are dealing with issues surrounding a deceased family member’s estate, it’s vital that you contact...
On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 18, 2019 | Probate
Through our recent blogs, we have discussed the Wheat Ridge and Lakewood probate process and the different responsibilities of those involved. If you need a refresher, click here for a list of our probate blogs. So, you may be questioning whether you need a probate....
On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 14, 2019 | Probate
When a person drafts a will and estate plan, they will choose someone to carry out their wishes – called a personal representative or estate executor. This title carries many responsibilities, both before, during, and after the probate case. Let’s look at...
On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 11, 2019 | Probate
Probate is the process by which an estate is closed after the estate owner’s death. A simple probate usually takes about a year to complete and consists of validating a will, inventorying assets, paying debts and distributing assets to beneficiaries. Let’s...
On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 7, 2019 | Probate
Probate is the process where a person’s estate and assets are verified and distributed after they have passed away. It is handled in the Jefferson County probate court and the chosen executor of the estate is tasked with carrying out either the court orders or...
On behalf of Pearman Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 4, 2019 | Probate
In Golden, Wheat Ridge, and Arvada, having a good estate plan in place can head off a lot of potential probate issues for loved ones left behind. Often, people wonder what happens with debt after a loved one passes away. Debt is generally handled through probate,...
