What Is Formal And Informal Probate In Utah?

by erik@empirical360.com | Apr 28, 2022 | Estate Planning, General, Real Estate, Wills and Probate

Understanding the difference between formal and informal probate in Utah can be confusing. The difference between the two affects how easy or difficult it is for the heir to the estate to manage or distribute its assets. Probate is required if the estate includes real...

Probate Law Basics in Utah

by erik@empirical360.com | Jun 29, 2021 | Wills and Probate

Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the complexities of Utah probate law? It’s not a part of the legal system many people have to deal with frequently, so there are many unknowns when they do. Navigating the specifics of Utah probate law can be a daunting...

Ask Tom: Is Estate Planning Just for the Financially Wealthy or the Long-lived?

by erik@empirical360.com | Mar 26, 2019 | Estate Planning, Wills and Probate

Death is a topic that is pushed to the back of our minds unless forced by an event or reality in our lives. It is a topic that might not be in the minds of the rising generation. With all of the expectations that are placed upon them by their peers and themselves it...

The CRITICAL Real Estate Purchase Document People Often Forget to Read.

by erik@empirical360.com | Dec 6, 2018 | Civil Litigation, Featured, Food for thought, General, Real Estate

We all know that buying a home involves the reading and signing of many pages of documents.  These documents include the Real Estate Purchase Contract, any Addenda, Mortgage documents, Deeds, and Insurance documents.  As part of the sale or purchase of real estate in...

ASK TOM: Do I Really Need a Lawyer For Estate Planning?

by erik@empirical360.com | Apr 20, 2017 | Estate Planning, General, Trusts, Wills and Probate

In a culture of Do-It-Yourself, does it make sense to retain an attorney to complete your estate planning? We are all aware of the availability of legal documents on the Internet and the ease with which you can purchase a legal package to complete your own Will and...