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.
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.
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.
NJ Estate Law Blogs & Articles
What Could Happen When a New Jersey Resident’s Will Is Lost
A caution on what could happen when a New Jersey resident’s Will is lost at the time of their death. When a loved one passes... Continue reading→
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 to bury their child. And... Continue reading→
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, unambiguous language when creating your... Continue reading→
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 estate after you pass away... Continue reading→
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. In most cases, this can... Continue reading→
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 file a wrongful death claim.... Continue reading→
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 to handle a property, a... Continue reading→
The Slayer Statute
It is generally understood that the slayer statute protects a persons belongings and funds when they are slain by a beneficiary of their estate. That... Continue reading→
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 about what to do when... Continue reading→
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 a lot to consider, which... Continue reading→
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 are a large part of... Continue reading→
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 Aretha Franklin’s estate has shed... Continue reading→
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 deed is required to initiate... Continue reading→
Intestacy in NJ
Did you know that if someone dies without a valid will, the law of intestacy in NJ governs who inherits the estate? A New Jersey... Continue reading→
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 adjustments to your Will several... Continue reading→
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 when to challenge a will... Continue reading→
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 the future, you think of... Continue reading→
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 it will be considered as... Continue reading→
