If you have recently lost a loved one and are preparing to go through the probate process, there is a lot you need to know. While probate can be confusing, it does not have to be scary, and understanding what you can expect during the process will help alleviate some of the stress involved.

While getting divorced is a legal process, most divorces do not actually go through the courts. In most cases, divorcing spouses are able to come to terms without asking a judge to make decisions for them, and then finalizing their divorce is simply a matter of obtaining the court’s stamp of approval.