The New Jersey estate planning attorneys at Ward, Shindle & Hall help individuals and families plan for the future, execute the administration of estates and, when needed, litigate contested wills and trusts.
Estate Planning
The New Jersey Estate planning attorneys at WSH are committed to helping you create a plan that will ensure that your wishes are properly carried out.
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Estate Trust & Administration
At WSH, we often work on behalf of families to act as the administrator of a deceased loved one’s estate or trust.
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Estate & Trust Litigation
Estate litigation in New Jersey is the legal process of resolving disputes that arise from the administration of a deceased person’s estate.
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NJ Estate Law Blogs & Articles
Burial Disputes Between Parents in New Jersey
How does NJ settle burial disputes between parents when a child passes away? Every parent’s worst nightmare is to have...
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The Probable Intent Doctrine in New Jersey
The doctrine of probable intent guides courts in construction of a will or trust. It is crucial to use clear,...
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What is Per Stirpes and How Can You Use it in Your Will?
Per Stirpes is a simple method of adding contingent beneficiaries to your will. Deciding who will inherit your assets and...
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Proving Undue Influence In New Jersey
When administering the estate of someone who has passed, the priority should always be to honor their intentions and wishes....
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Wrongful Death Act In New Jersey
When someone passes due to a wrongful death in New Jersey, there are certain requirements if the family intends to...
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Issues With Partition Action In New Jersey
There are many ways to own property jointly in New Jersey, In some instances, if owners cannot agree to how...
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The Slayer Statute
It is generally understood that the slayer statute protects a persons belongings and funds when they are slain by a...
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8 Common Mistakes in Estate Planning
We see clients make the same mistakes in estate planning over and over. There is plenty of information out there...
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End-of-Life Decisions: What to Consider and Why it’s Important
While it can seem morbid, making end-of-life decisions is important to both your estate and your loved ones. There is...
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Inheritance Tax Comparison: NJ, PA & DE
This article should make you familiar with the general inheritance tax considerations in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Tax considerations...
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A Properly Executed Will: Lessons from Aretha Franklin’s Estate Battle
Aretha Franklin's estate battle teaches us lessons about a properly executed will. The recent jury verdict in the case of...
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Deeds & Undue Influence In New Jersey
Undue influence in New Jersey can become a problem when transferring property according to a Last Will and Testament, as...
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Intestacy in NJ
Did you know that if someone dies without a valid will, the law of intestacy in NJ governs who inherits...
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Changing Circumstances And Estate Planning
Estate planning is an ongoing process that often requires changes. It is likely that you’ll have to make changes and...
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When to Challenge a Will for Fraud, Undue Influence, or Insane Delusion
If loved ones are manipulating a loved ones will after their demise you may be asking yourself the question of...
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How to Include Charitable Gifts in Your Estate Planning in New Jersey
Estate Planning in New Jersey can be a complicated task. Often, when considering who will benefit from your assets in...
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An Unsigned Will Found to Be Invalid in New Jersey
An unsigned will In New Jersey means nothing, if you write a will and do not properly sign it then...
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Filing a Final Tax Return for a Decedent as an Executor
As tax season approaches, the thing that most people do not realize is that a final tax return needs...
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