A caveat is a legal document filed with the Surrogate’s Court in the county where the decedent resided. It acts as a formal objection to either the probate of a will and/or the appointment of the ...

Losing a loved one is an emotional and challenging experience, and dealing with the legalities of their estate can add another layer of complexity. In New Jersey, the probate process is the legal ...

The Appellate Division recently clarified the requirements for a valid writing intended as a will under N.J.S.A. § 3B:3-3, in the case of In the Matter of the Probate of the Alleged Will and Codicil ...

Cortes Law Firm, an estate planning and probate practice, today announced an educational initiative designed to help residents understand the critical factors involved in selecting qualified probate ...