This section of PALawHelp.org has information and resources about issues relating to Wills and Estates in Pennsylvania.
Click on a resource category listed below to see information related to that category.
Wills
A will is a writing signed at the end by a person (at least 18 years of age and of sound mind) that directs the distribution of property at death. The will may also appoint guardians of the estates of minors who receive property under the will. This provides information on who should have a will and why.
Beware of Living Trust Scams
Consumer Advisory from the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General on scams related to the establishment of living trusts.
Estate Recovery Program
Information from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services on the Estate Recovery Program that enables the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to recover from the estate of individuals who were 55 years of age or older at the time nursing facility services or home and community-based services were received.
Financial Planners or Scammers
Consumer Advisory from the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General about solicitations from so-called experts offering financial and estate planning services.
How to Identify and Avoid Living Trust Investment Scams
Informational brochure outlining how to identify and protect yourself from investment scams involving living trusts. [PDF] (January 2018)
Wills
A will is a writing signed at the end by a person (at least 18 years of age and of sound mind) that directs the distribution of property at death. The will may also appoint guardians of the estates of minors who receive property under the will. This provides information on who should have a will and why.
Wills
A will is a writing signed at the end by a person (at least 18 years of age and of sound mind) that directs the distribution of property at death. The will may also appoint guardians of the estates of minors who receive property under the will. This provides information on who should have a will and why.