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With our aging population, it is not uncommon for the probate division in New Hampshire to see petitions for guardianship.  In these petitions, an individual (often a family member) seeks an order from the court declaring an...

We often refer to power of attorney documents as “licenses to steal.”  If you believe a family member or other trusted individual who has the power to manage finances under a power of attorney document might be taking...

When you think of an estate plan, you usually think about where your assets are going to go after you die and who will take of your kids (if any) while they are still young.  A comprehensive estate plan will outline not only...

Our judiciary is often criticized as being slow, cumbersome and ineffective.  In the world of probate litigation, the New Hampshire judiciary has established a special, designated court in order to streamline cases, bring...

Probate litigation is a broad term that encompasses a whole host of litigated matters—generally related to issues of wealth transfer between generations.  The cases often pit family members or trusted advisors against each...