In my regularly updated blog, I discuss topics such as why everyone needs an estate plan regardless of income, what happens when someone passes away without a plan in place, what common mistakes people make, and why your plan should be updated regularly. Review these posts to familiarize yourself with the basics of estate planning, then contact me to schedule a complimentary Legal Strategy Session.
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Postnups - We Got Married During the Pandemic Didn't Get a PrenupPostnups are a good option for you to consider if you got married during the pandemic but didn't have time to get a prenup prepared and signed.
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Spring Break is Coming ~ Have Your Temporary Guardianship Done?Spring Break trips are on our calendars. If you are traveling without your children, it's a good idea to have a temporary guardianship designation in place.
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Common-Law Marriage: Can I Inherit As If We Were Married?With the fears of coronavirus increasing, many folks are wondering whether their common-law marriage will help them without having a will in place.
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I'm Getting Married This Spring - Can I Draft My Own Prenup?Spring wedding season brings lots of people to the office to either get their prenup drafted or reviewed before the big day.
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How Does a Prenuptial Agreement Work?It's 2020 and a lot of folks have an upcoming wedding this year. If a prenuptial agreement is in your plans, now is a good time to talk to an attorney...
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Kobe Bryant and His Legacy Beyond BasketballKobe Bryant's death in a helicopter was a shock. As the news unravels the details, we should consider his legacy beyond basketball.
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New York Becomes the First State to Ban Declawing CatsAs a longtime cat owner, it was welcome news to see that New York has become the first state to ban declawing of cats except when medically required.
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Do I Need a Revocable Trust? I Read A Book But I'm Not Sure...Everyone's estate pan is unique and the decision of whether to create a revocable trust or just go with a will should be discussed with a professional.
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When Should I Re-Do My Will? It's Been 3 Years...When should I re-do my will? If it's been 3 years since you signed your will, now is a good time to get a full review to make sure it's up to date.
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Giving Tuesday - Remember to Check Your Charitable Gifts in Your WillGiving Tuesday reminds us to give to charities. But remember to make sure you've got the right information for any charities in your will.
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How You Can Help Your Grandkids Pay for CollegeThere are a variety of ways you can help your grandkids in your will. One of the motivating factors for my clients is helping the grandkids pay for college.
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For Some People, Father's Day Actually Reminds Them of Their Will...While enjoying your Father's Day dinner, you may be reminded of the importance of your will (or maybe you aren't and it's just me...)