John Lewandowski

October 28, 2021
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Who Inherits Property If There Is No Will?

Inheritance Laws in Ohio There can be many reasons why someone might not leave a will. Some think their estate is too small to warrant it. Others believe that the line of inheritance is clear and that a will isn’t necessary. Some people either don’t like […]
October 19, 2021
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Power of Attorney in Ohio

How to Get Power of Attorney in Ohio Understanding the legal requirements is the first step in establishing a power of attorney in Ohio. A power of attorney, or POA, gives a person the right to represent another person in their financial or medical concerns. The […]
September 30, 2021
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What Is Probate Litigation?

Probate Litigation Explained If you are a beneficiary, executor, or interested party preparing for probate litigation, you may feel a bit overwhelmed. The passing of a loved one or friend is an emotional time compounded by the stress of their affairs, bank accounts, property, possessions, and […]
September 27, 2021
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How Do I Locate Wills in Ohio?

Find Someone’s Will A person’s passing can end up being a complicated thing. A will can make things easier for survivors by describing how the deceased wishes their assets to be distributed at the time of death. To settle an estate in Ohio, filing a will […]
September 15, 2021
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Sibling Abusing POA… What To Do

Tips for Stopping POA Abuse Power of attorney documentation can help elderly adults give the power to care for their medical and financial needs to another trusted individual. Should their health decline to the point that they cannot make those decisions for themselves, the agent named […]
September 7, 2021

What Stepchildren Need To Know About Contesting a Will

How to Contest a Will A will can be a useful tool for passing on inheritance, protecting an estate, and carrying on the wishes of the deceased. It can also be a complex document containing legal intricacies and uncertain language. Add a complex family structure to […]
August 24, 2021
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Top Questions To Ask A Probate Attorney

Working With A Probate Lawyer Dealing with the passing of a loved one can be difficult, and the thought of going through probate for that person’s estate can seem overwhelming. But it helps to understand the probate process, and it’s beneficial to have a qualified probate […]
July 29, 2021

Denied Life Insurance Claim Attorneys in Ohio

Here To Help Have you filed a life insurance claim and been denied? Are you in the process of filing and worried about the potential outcome? The passing of a loved one is already a traumatic and stressful experience. Don’t let a denied life insurance claim […]
June 28, 2021
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What Happens to Property if There is No Will?

Who Gets The House If There Is No Will? Making a will is one of those tasks most people know they should be doing, but many forget to actually do. So what happens if you die without a will and own property? In Ohio, estates are […]