Estate Planning
Severing Joint Ownership of Property
One of the most common forms of property ownership in the United States is joint tenancy with rights of survivorship (JTWROS or…
My Loved One Has Died: As an Heir or Beneficiary, Do I Need an Attorney?
You just found out that your favorite aunt, Aunt Melba, has died. In the midst of your grief and sadness, you receive…
The Recipe for a Satisfying Estate Plan
Misconceptions about who needs an estate plan abound. Most people believe that estate planning is only for extremely wealthy business moguls or…
Protecting Your Significant Other’s Future
November is a popular month for couples to tie the knot in the United States. While wedding planning most often includes tuxedos,…
3 Estate Planning Secrets the Wealthy Use That You Can Too!
Estate planning is complex and continually evolving. Often, affluent families are “early adopters” of the newest and best estate planning strategies. Luckily,…
Seven Ways to Avoid Family Fights over Your Property
Ask a group of friends if they have experienced a family fight over property after a loved one has died, and you…
Deeper Dive into Advance Healthcare Directives
When it comes to your healthcare, especially during these uncertain times, you need to ensure that two estate planning documents in particular…
What Happens If My Beneficiary Dies Before Me?
When planning for death, most people assume they will die before their beneficiaries (e.g., their spouse, children, and grandchildren). While these assumptions…
Estate Planning After Personal Injury Settlements
In the hectic and sometimes dangerous world that we live in, it is an unfortunate fact of life that accidents happen and…
Special Estate Planning Considerations for Art and Other Collections
Many people have collections about which they are quite passionate: The collections may be very valuable, for example, art collections, coins, stamps,…