Probate FAQs

Navigating the intricacies of probate law can often feel overwhelming. Our ‘Understanding Probate’ section is designed to simplify this journey for you.

Here, you’ll find a carefully curated collection of frequently asked questions (FAQs) that cover the A to Z of probate law. Whether you’re an executor, beneficiary, or simply seeking to understand probate procedures, our resource links offer valuable insights and guidance.

Dive into our FAQ section to demystify probate law and make informed decisions during these crucial times.

What if I can’t find the original will?

Probate

Lost the original Will of a loved one? Learn the steps for admitting a copy into probate in Tennessee, the...

Should You Get Your Last Will and Testament from LegalZoom?

Estate Planning, Probate

In this video attorney Curt Runger answers the question of if you should buy a will from the website LegalZoom....

What is a Power of Attorney?

Probate

Learn why a Power of Attorney is a crucial part of estate planning. Discover the different types of POAs and...

What is the Difference between a Living Will and a Last Will and Testament?

Probate

Confused about the difference between a Last Will and Testament and a Living Will? Learn what each document does and...

When do you need to open a probate estate in Tennessee?

Probate

The main consideration is whether there are assets titled solely in the deceased's name. If so, an estate likely needs...

Do I Have to Open an Estate if all I Inherited in a Will was Real Estate?

Probate

Learn how to handle probate when a loved one leaves behind only real estate with attorney Curt Runger.

Who Has standing to file a will contest?

Probate

Learn about legal standing for filing a will contest in Tennessee. Discover who can challenge a will and why having...

Can a minor receive an inheritance in Tennessee?

Probate

Curt Runger of Memphis law firm Douglass & Runger answers the question of if a minor can receive an inheritance...

How Much Do Will Contest Lawsuits Cost?

Probate

Will contests are expensive and should only be pursued if a significant amount of money is at stake and you...

What are the Duties of a Personal Representative in Tennessee?

Probate

Learn the essential duties of a personal representative in probate, from managing assets to notifying creditors.

Legal Bases for a Will Contest

Probate

Curt Runger of Memphis law firm Douglass & Runger explains legal bases for a will contest.

What is an inventory and when do I have to file one?

Probate

Learn about the probate inventory process, including what it is, why it’s important, and when you might not need to...

Should You Pay a Loved One’s Bills After They Pass Away?

Probate

Wondering if you should pay a loved one’s bills after they pass away? Learn why it’s usually better to let...

What is the Process for Opening a Probate Estate in Tennessee?

Probate

Learn how to open an estate with guidance from Douglass & Runger. Schedule a consultation today to discuss your probate...

Probate FAQs

What if I can’t find the original will?

Should You Get Your Last Will and Testament from LegalZoom?

What is a Power of Attorney?

What is the Difference between a Living Will and a Last Will and Testament?

When do you need to open a probate estate in Tennessee?

Do I Have to Open an Estate if all I Inherited in a Will was Real Estate?

Who Has standing to file a will contest?

Can a minor receive an inheritance in Tennessee?

How Much Do Will Contest Lawsuits Cost?

What are the Duties of a Personal Representative in Tennessee?

Legal Bases for a Will Contest

What is an inventory and when do I have to file one?

Should You Pay a Loved One’s Bills After They Pass Away?

What is the Process for Opening a Probate Estate in Tennessee?

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