Ruby Chakraborty
Ruby Chakraborty is a content writer and strategist with over six years of experience specializing in creating content in healthcare, lifestyle, and legal services. At LegalZoom, Ruby leverages her expertise in content to simplify intricate legal subjects and help readers with the knowledge they need to make well-informed choices.
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No-Contest Clauses in Wills and Trusts
Are you concerned about a potential challenge to your will or trust once you're gone? A no-contest clause in a will or trust can be quite effective in discouraging challenges to the documents after your death.
· 8 min read
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Living Will vs. Advance Directive: Which Is Best for Your Estate?
Wondering about the differences between a living will and an advance directive? Read more to learn which to use in your estate plan.
· 10 min read
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Joint Last Wills and Testaments
Planning your estate as a couple? A joint last will ensures your shared assets go exactly where you want, even after the death of the first spouse. Understand how they are different from mutual and mirror wills and why blended families love them.
· 6 min read
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Should I Use a Last Will and Testament Template?
Using a template to write a will works perfectly well for some people, but there are some things you should consider when deciding whether it's the right choice for you.
· 11 min read
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Intestate Succession: What Happens When You Die Without a Will
A will allows you to choose who will inherit from you. When you die intestate (without a will), how your estate is divided is left up to the state. Find out how this would impact you.
· 7 min read
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How to Contest a Will and When You Should
Grief is hard, and it can be compounded when you're sure there's a problem with the will. If you believe that a loved one's will contains mistakes or is invalid, you might be able to contest it.
· 9 min read
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A Smart Way to Avoid Probate: The Living Trust
Assets in a living trust are not considered part of your estate at your death, meaning they can often be distributed without the complications and hassle of going through the probate process.
· 8 min read
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Who and What Is Next of Kin? Meaning and Inheritance Details
If you die without a will, your next of kin is the closest living blood relative who may inherit your assets. Learn about next of kin inheritance rights.
· 44 min read
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The Different Types of Wills and What They Should Include
The type of will you need depends on your circumstances. Read on to learn more about the different types of wills, including simple, testamentary trust, joint, and living wills.
· 17 min read
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How to Find a Will and Get a Copy
If you want to obtain a copy of a will for legal reasons or simply out of curiosity, you may be able to access it simply by requesting it.
· 9 min read
