Do I Need an Estate Plan with a New Child in the Family?
If you have children or are expecting one, you may also want to take the three big estate planning steps that we did.
How do I include my Grandchildren in my Estate Plan?
How do I include my Grandchildren in my Estate Plan? Grandchildren are often on the minds of those doing estate planning; learn the best strategies for including them in your plan. Similarly to planning the transfer of assets to your…
What Should I Know about Guardianship?
One of the key functions of the family law system is to ensure that children are looked after appropriately. This is the basis for the doctrine of legal guardianship.
Am I Making One of the Five Common Estate Planning Mistakes?
When is the last time you updated your will? Could your beneficiaries have changed? If you have a trust, did you actually fund it? Is your plan ready for the new SECURE Act? Here are five mistakes you don't want to make.
Retirement Planning and Declining Abilities
When a loved one is experiencing cognitive decline, emotional and medical considerations often overshadow the financial planning that needs to happen. This is a potentially costly mistake.
A Good Move to Make during the Pandemic
The COVID-19 crisis isn't just costing Americans their freedom and jobs; it's also forcing millions to contemplate their own mortality.
What Is So Important About Powers Of Attorney?
A power of attorney names a person who can act on your behalf. This person is called your “agent” or “attorney-in-fact.” Before you create a power of attorney, you should know your options and which ones your home state allows.
Special Needs Guardianship Can Be a Challenge
Guardianship can be a challenging topic for many families. Guardianship needs to be separated into two distinct time periods: while parents are still alive and after parents die.
When Do I Need an Elder Law Attorney?
Elder law issues can be complex. One wrong word or move can mean the difference between a good result and disaster should you become incapacitated or if other unexpected issues should occur in your senior years. An elder law attorney can help you plan for what will happen, if you should become mentally or physically incapable of taking care of yourself and your own personal business matters.
Include Fido or Fluffy in Estate Planning
The best way to take precautions and ensure your pet will be well cared for, is by doing some estate planning.