The Last Word
Jury shows “R-E-S-P-E-C-T” to handwritten Will of Aretha Franklin, found in her couch cushions.
King of Talk Shows Leaves a Made-for-TV Drama Behind
Lesson learned from Larry King: DIY estate planning costs significantly more than a proper update.
The Fight Over Soul
From examining the probate battles of celebrities, more can be learned on how to avoid the same for your own estate.
A Creative Settlement of a Tax Debt
Picasso’s family found an interesting way to pay the French inheritance tax.
Botched Plans, Celebrity Style
The Payback
After 15 years of litigation, James Brown’s estate is settling, and some are getting The Payback.