Author: Paul W. Norris
Probating a Copy of a Will
Posted in Probate Litigation
In order to admit a Will to probate with the county surrogate’s office, the original Will, which has the original signatures of the decedent and the witnesses, must be produced. At times, however, the original copy of the Will cannot be located.
Dealing with a Dishonest or Lazy Executor
Posted in Probate Litigation
After grieving the death of a loved one, the decedent’s heirs of the estate must go through the process of administering the will and distributing the decedent’s assets. In order to accomplish this process, an executor of the estate is typically appointed by the will or the heirs of the… Continue reading
The Duty to Account of a Power of Attorney
Posted in Probate Litigation
While most people who are appointed Powers of Attorney understand their general duty to act only within the best interests of the person for whom they are serving as a Power of Attorney, and to not undertake transactions which solely benefit themselves, most of them do not understand their duty… Continue reading
What is a Holographic Will?
Posted in Probate Litigation, Trusts & Estates
When a loved one passes, questions may arise as to who possesses the Decedent’s Last Will and Testament.
New Jersey Lien Law vs. Pennsylvania Lien Law: Notice and Timing Differences
Posted in Construction Litigation
This blog will be the first blog in a series of blogs exploring the main differences between the New Jersey Construction Lien Law and the Pennsylvania Construction Lien Law.
Attempting to Probate a Copy of a Will
Posted in Probate Litigation
This blog will explore the possibility of probating a copy of a Decedent’s Will if the original document cannot be located. Typically, the County Surrogate will only accept for Probate an original of a Decedent’s Last Will and Testament. If for some reason an original of a Decedent’s Will cannot… Continue reading
Basics of Binding Contracts
Posted in Construction Litigation
In virtually every industry, contracts are the instruments which govern the relationship between two entities that wish to conduct business. As such, it is helpful to know the basics as to what constitutes a binding contract to provide materials or services.
Filing a Residential Construction Lien in New Jersey
Posted in Construction Litigation
If you are a contractor or subcontractor in New Jersey who is involved in the construction or renovation of residential structures, you should be aware of the requirements for filing a construction lien on a residence. This process is markedly different from the filing of a construction lien with regard… Continue reading
Should I Have an Arbitration Clause in My Construction Contract?
Posted in Construction Litigation
Although it is typical for AIA form contracts to contain arbitration clauses, as a contractor you should consider whether you should have an arbitration clause in your construction agreement. As discussed below, there are numerous factors to consider in determining whether mandatory arbitration is the preferred dispute resolution mechanism, or… Continue reading
Probating a Copy of a Will
Posted in Probate Litigation
When an Executor named under a Last Will and Testament seeks to probate the Will of the Decedent, the original copy containing the original signatures of the Decedent must be submitted to the Surrogate’s Office. What happens, however, if the original copy with the original signatures cannot be located? Under… Continue reading
