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The following are general definitions. Any particular term may be defined differently by a particular statute, case law, or the definitions section of the document in question. Consult legal counsel before acting on any information contained in this website.

The Conservator is a person designated by the probate court to oversee the assets of a protected person who, because of age, intellect or health, is incapable of managing his/her own affairs.

A Common Disaster Clause is a clause in a will that specifies how property is to be distributed, in the event that all intended heirs die from the same accident.

In some states, the law requires that all assets obtained during marriage belong equally to both spouses, excluding gifts and inheritance given specifically to one spouse. Such assets are termed community property. However, Colorado is not a community property state.

A codicil is a written change, amendment, supplement or addition to a person’s will. It may modify, add to, subtract from, clarify, qualify, alter, or revoke provisions in a will. A codicil is executed with all the formalities of the will itself.

The following are general definitions. Any particular term may be defined differently by a particular statute, case law, or the definitions section of the document in question. Consult legal counsel before acting on any information contained in this website.

A Charitable Remainder Trust is often used to make large donations (of either property or money) to a charity so that the donor can obtain a tax advantage.

The following are general definitions. Any particular term may be defined differently by a particular statute, case law, or the definitions section of the document in question. Consult legal counsel before acting on any information contained in this website.

A bond is a type of insurance policy that guarantees that a legal representative will carry out his duties. Should the legal representative fail to perform as specified in the contract, the bond guarantees that a certain amount of money be paid to the injured party.

Bequest is an old legal term that basically means to give a gift, or to bestow property, as designated in the terms of a will.