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While estate planning is often associated with the elderly or seriously ill, anyone can benefit from a comprehensive estate plan, particularly if you have children, substantial assets, or operate a business. This complex and nuanced area of the law i… Read More

Estate planning is the process of deciding what to do with your assets when you pass away and, if you have minor children, recommending who will be their legal guardian. Estate planning is for everyone, and anyone over the age of 18 should consider p… Read More

Losing a spouse, partner, or parent can be a devastating and overwhelming experience filled with grief, confusion, and a sense of loss. In the midst of processing your emotions, you may also find that you need to open an estate and decide what to do… Read More

When most people think of “estate planning,” they think of preparing a Will or trust to dispose of their assets when they die. You may be surprised to learn that a properly prepared estate plan should address more than just who will receive your… Read More

Probate is the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate so debts can be paid and assets passed on to heirs and beneficiaries. While often necessary, probate can be a difficult and challenging process. When a person dies, an estate… Read More

Estate planning is a process anyone can use to protect financial assets, provide financial security, and pass wealth on to future generations. Estate planning is for everyone, and anyone can benefit from a properly prepared estate plan. A living trus… Read More

When an adult can no longer care for themselves due to disability or mental illness, adult guardianship may be necessary. Guardianship of an adult is a legal arrangement in which a court appoints someone to make important life decisions for an adult… Read More

Probate is an important legal process that occurs when a loved one dies. The probate court oversees the distribution of the deceased person’s assets and payment of outstanding debts and other financial obligations, and ensures compliance with state… Read More