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Top Reasons To Have A Will

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…

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What the executor does

What the Executor Does

Dealing with death is never easy and overseeing the estate can be complicated. However, staying organized can help you manage things smoothly.

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32% of Americans have wills

To-Dos After Death

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.

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Inherited IRA

Battle Over Lisa Marie Presley Estate

A badly in debt woman dies leaving the proceeds of substantial insurance policies to her children only to have her trust contested by relatives who claim an amendment naming the children as beneficiaries is invalid with no witnesses, misspelled names, suspicious signatures and was never given to previous trustees for review as required by agreement. A long, expensive, and protracted legal battle likely is brewing.

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