Who Gets Mom’s Jewelry and Dad’s Tools?

Who Gets Mom’s Jewelry and Dad’s Tools?

During my time as an estate planning attorney I have had the privilege of working with individuals and couples that were very interested in preventing family drama and settling anticipated disputes among their children and other family members. These individuals knew their children well.… Read more

Guess Who Can Get Into Your Safe?

Guess Who Can Get Into Your Safe?

Earlier this year I conducted research involving safes that can be kept at home to provide safety and quick access to important documents, and other material. I saw information that discussed the importance of a fireproof safe (according to a report issued by the National Fire Protection Association, in 2013 there were 1,240,000 fires reported in the United States for a total of $11.5 billion in property damage).… Read more

5 Trust Funding Facts for Avoiding Probate Court

Congratulations! You have just completed one of the most important life tasks available by creating a plan that provides instructions to help ensure that your assets will be distributed, and your children will be cared for according to your wishes following your death.… Read more