Estate planning helps ensure that you and your loved ones will be protected no matter what the future holds. In our blog, we discuss the elements of an estate plan, how an estate plan prepares for possible illness or incapacity, what you can do to leave a lasting legacy for your loved ones, and much more. For answers to questions about your specific estate planning needs, please contact our office to request a free initial consultation.
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Durable Powers of AttorneyAfter losing a spouse, reviewing your estate plan is crucial. Discover key legal and financial steps for surviving spouses to secure their future. Learn more here.
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Irrevocable vs. RevocableDiscover key differences between irrevocable & revocable trusts, their benefits, and which suits your estate planning needs. Learn how to protect assets effectively.
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Change is Constant - Crucial Conversations Surround Advance DirectivesThe prospect of facing our own death is one of the most difficult experiences in life. Nevertheless, it is vital to carefully consider the medical treatment.
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Understanding Beneficiary Designations for Blended FamiliesIn a blended family, inheritance can create conflict and inequitable distributions and may lead to lengthy and costly legal battles. Learn more here!
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Essential things to consider when doing an estate planGet expert insights from our blog 'Essential Things to Consider When Doing an Estate Plan' and learn why hiring an estate planning lawyer is crucial for your future.
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Memory Makers: Your Personal PossessionsDid you know that personal items are typically not included in your will or trust? Our estate planning attorney explains how to protect personal possessions
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The Importance of a WillLearn how in the absence of a will, the state determines who inherits assets that may end up in the hands of someone you do not wish to receive your property.
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Am I Required to Leave Everything to My Children Equally?If you are considering how to leave property to your children, it's clear that the best policy would be to divide everything equally. Our estate lawyer explains
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Choosing the right executor : "Gladiator" - A cautionary taleAcademy Award winning film tells the story of an executor meeting multiple challenges in enforcing the terms of a last will and testament. Read blog for more!
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Transferring Wealth From One Generation to Another and Estate PlanningEnsure your heirlooms' future with a New York estate planning lawyer, navigating the largest wealth transfer in history
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Five Mistakes People Make in Their Estate PlansAvoid common estate planning pitfalls! Learn about mistakes like outdated wills, underfunded trusts, and beneficiary errors to secure your family’s future.
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How Does A Court Administer an Estate?Explore the general timeline for probate, from filing a will to asset distribution. Learn the steps and what happens if there is no will or beneficiary contest.