Downs Law Firm, P.C.
You may hear commercials for companies that say they can get you released from a timeshare purchase and lease agreements. If your parent passes away intestate (without a will) and owned a timeshare, you may not want it.
At some point, you’ll want to share your estate plans with your loved ones—and the first step in this process may be to hold a family meeting.
With good planning, unmarried couples can receive many of the same legal protections as married couples when it comes to inheritance and taxes.
In the realm of estate planning, a common adage rings true: “Failing to plan is planning to fail.” As an experienced estate planning attorney, I’ve witnessed firsthand the turmoil and heartache that can ensue when individuals neglect the crucial step of…
The loss of a loved one is a difficult time, often compounded by the necessity of addressing estate settlement and the liquidation of assets.
While a will is one of the most important estate planning documents you can have, there are things that a will won’t cover.
Dealing with death is never easy and overseeing the estate can be complicated. However, staying organized can help you manage things smoothly.
Even though the death of a loved one comes with unbearable grief, there are important tasks you must carry out as soon as you’re able.
There are better—and often more creative—ways to plan and divide that can avoid family squabbles over cars, jewelry, furniture and household items.
The long, expensive court fight over the will of soul singer Aretha Franklin provides a cautionary tale for people who want to make sure that their wishes are carried out after their death — and for their families.
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