Your Last Will and Testament Isn’t the End of Your Estate Planning
June 17, 2019
Your estate plan isn’t finished just because your attorney has drawn up a will. Proper asset titling is the next step.
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Will My Children Fight Over My Estate?
June 11, 2019
My mom wants to leave her house to me, since I’m the only girl. My brothers may try and contest this in probate court. What can my mom do to be sure I receive ownership of the house upon her death?
How Do You Plan Your Own Funeral?
June 10, 2019
Funeral pre-planning and pre-arranging is becoming more popular. Unfortunately, not everyone is able, or willing, to talk about their own mortality.
Prove You’re an Adult with 10 Actions
June 3, 2019
I’m planning a major trip in 2020: It’s the year I turn 50, and I’m going to visit 50 places I’ve never been before. Among the fun itinerary research, I’m also taking care of more serious things, such as drafting a will and buying life insurance.
How to Pick the Right Executor of My Will?
May 9, 2019
I want to name a new executor. Who could I name as a backup?
Why a Probate Lawyer Sees Problems with Do-It-Yourself Wills
April 29, 2019
These documents could save money but can lay estate planning traps.
What is the Best Way to Leave an Inheritance to a Grandchild?
April 17, 2019
While everyone from brand new parents to great grandparents can benefit from the advice of a competent estate planning lawyer, frequently the individuals making sure that their affairs are in order, are those in their golden years. They have a common concern: what about their grandbabies?
Beverly Hills 90210 Star Luke Perry Had an Estate Plan
April 11, 2019
Fortunately, Perry’s foresight to do proper estate planning, meant that the tragedy was not made worse for his family.
For Grandparents raising Grandchildren, What Do You Need?
April 4, 2019
While there are differing reasons for this, ranging from drug use or inability to care for the child, various legal issues arise when grandparents are the primary caretakers.
How a Will Lawyer Plans for Parents with Young Children
April 3, 2019
What would happen with your kids, should something happen to you? It’s a question that most parents don’t like to think about.
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