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How Do I Know if I Need Probate?
Probate is the legal process by which the estate is authenticated and the deceased’s assets are distributed to the beneficiaries. Whether or…
What Is Covered in a Will?
The legally binding directive declaring who will receive your assets upon death is called a will, and a will is an important…
Katharine Tate
Katharine Tate – Washington’s Premier Estate Planning Attorney A commitment to sound legal strategies and exceptional client service. When your name is…
Estate Planning Awareness Week: Don’t Fall Victim To These Common Myths
This week is Estate Planning Awareness Week. …
Establish a Trust to Pass Wealth and Family Values on to Your Children
Parents need to instill family values at an early age to ensure the adoption of these family values. Undoubtedly the best time…
How an Estate Planning Attorney Can Help You Protect Your Children’s Inheritance
Protection of your children’s and grandchildren’s inheritance from creditors can be accomplished through estate planning. A simple way to achieve inheritance protection…
A Guide for Understanding How Pet Trusts Work
Hotel heiress Leona Helmsley left a trust fund for her Maltese dog named “Trouble” to the tune of $12 million dollars in…
Planning to Receive an Inheritance
When we think of estate planning, we often think about preparing our accounts……
How a Will Works
A complete estate plan, contains a legally binding mandate called a will, describing the distribution of assets upon death. If you die…
The Trust Protector: Your Guardian Angel
What is a Trust Protector? Traditionally, the three roles that must be filled when setting up a trust are the settlor (also…