How to Settle an Estate in Delaware Without a Lawyer
Most Delaware estates can be settled without an attorney. Here's the exact process — from Register of Wills to final distribution — in plain English.
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Best Delaware Estate Settlement Resource for Out-of-State Executors
Settling a Delaware estate from another state is harder than most executors expect. Here's what you actually need to handle it without flying in every week.
Alternatives to Hiring a Probate Attorney in Delaware
Delaware probate attorneys average $10,000–$15,000. Here are the realistic alternatives — from DIY guides to limited-scope representation — and who each suits.
Delaware Estate Settlement Guide vs. Probate Attorney: What Actually Makes Sense
Hiring a Delaware probate attorney costs $10,000–$15,000 on average. An estate settlement guide costs a fraction of that. Here's how to decide.
Delaware Executor Mistakes That Create Personal Liability (And How to Avoid Them)
Delaware executors can be held personally liable for estate mistakes. These are the specific errors that trigger Court of Chancery surcharges and how to prevent them.
Delaware Probate Court and the Register of Wills: What Executors Need to Know
How Delaware's Register of Wills works, what probate fees cost across three counties, and the exact process to open and close an estate.
Delaware Transfer on Death Deed: The New Law That Lets Real Estate Skip Probate
Delaware's Transfer on Death deed law lets homeowners name beneficiaries who inherit property automatically at death — without probate. Here's how it works.
Delaware Intestate Succession: Who Inherits When There Is No Will
How Delaware divides an estate when someone dies without a will — the statutory order of heirs, spousal rights, and what happens to each asset type.
Does Delaware Have an Estate Tax or Inheritance Tax?
Delaware repealed its estate tax in 2018. No inheritance tax either. Here's what the estate still owes at the federal and state level in 2026.
Delaware Death Certificate: How to Order Certified Copies in 2026
How to order certified death certificates from the Delaware Office of Vital Statistics, what they cost, and how many copies you actually need.
Delaware Cremation Laws: What Families Need to Know Before Authorizing Cremation
Delaware requires a cremation permit from the Chief Medical Examiner before any cremation. Here's what that means for timing, authorization, and family rights.
Delaware Advance Directive: How It Works and Why the Witness Rules Matter
Delaware's advance directive requirements, the DMOST form for serious illness, and the strict witness rule that invalidates directives in nursing homes.