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Stuck Without an Executor or Trustee? Why You’re Not as Alone as You Think

It’s a common—and stressful—roadblock for many people when they walk into our office: the concern that they don’t have an obvious choice for … [Read more...] about Stuck Without an Executor or Trustee? Why You’re Not as Alone as You Think

Date: July 10, 2026 Category: Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Trust Administration, Videos

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Understanding Fiduciary Duties in Estate Planning: What Every North Carolina Family Should Know

If you’ve named a Trustee, Executor, or Power of Attorney in your estate plan, or if you’ve been named one yourself, you hold a fiduciary … [Read more...] about Understanding Fiduciary Duties in Estate Planning: What Every North Carolina Family Should Know

Date: August 4, 2025 Category: Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Trust Administration, Trusts

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A Guide to North Carolina Trust Administration

When an Estate Planning Attorney at Clarity Legal Group works with clients to create an estate plan, they begin by listening carefully to … [Read more...] about A Guide to North Carolina Trust Administration

Date: May 23, 2025 Category: Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Revocable Living Trust, Trust Administration, Trusts

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Avoid These Top 10 North Carolina Probate Mistakes

Probate is the court-supervised legal process for settling a person’s estate after death. In North Carolina, this includes managing assets, … [Read more...] about Avoid These Top 10 North Carolina Probate Mistakes

Date: May 20, 2025 Category: Estate Administration, Probate

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Selling a Family Home After a Death: What to Expect Emotionally and Practically

Selling a family home after the death of a loved one can be an emotional and complex process. It is not just a financial transaction; it's a … [Read more...] about Selling a Family Home After a Death: What to Expect Emotionally and Practically

Date: May 19, 2025 Category: Estate Administration, General, Inheritance, Trust Administration

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Why the AAEPA Spring Summit Matters to Your Family’s Future

At Clarity Legal Group, staying on the cutting edge of estate planning isn’t just a goal—it’s a promise. That’s why our attorneys are … [Read more...] about Why the AAEPA Spring Summit Matters to Your Family’s Future

Date: May 1, 2025 Category: Elder Law, Estate Administration, Estate Planning, General, Legal Education

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Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid If You Receive an Inheritance

While the majority of my time is spent helping clients decide how they want to pass down an inheritance to loved ones, I also consult with … [Read more...] about Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid If You Receive an Inheritance

Date: August 20, 2024 Category: Asset Protection, Estate Administration, Inheritance

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Understanding and Avoiding Estate Disputes: Lessons from the Cannon Mills Trust Case

In a recent high-profile case, the Cannon Mills family and Atrium Health found themselves in a legal battle over a $17 million trust fund. … [Read more...] about Understanding and Avoiding Estate Disputes: Lessons from the Cannon Mills Trust Case

Date: August 15, 2024 Category: Estate Administration, Estate Planning, General, Trust Administration, Trusts

How Do I Trust Thee…Part I

Sometimes our new clients at Clarity Legal Group show up with a clear idea of all the people they want to serve as responsible parties in … [Read more...] about How Do I Trust Thee…Part I

Date: July 1, 2022 Category: Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Legal Education, Trust Administration, Trusts

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