Wills
Who Gets Copies of the Will After a Person Dies?
Many movies and television shows feature a scene where family members gather after a relative has died to listen to the reading…
What Happens If You Die Without a Will?
Last Will and Testaments determine who gets an individual’s assets upon death. Generally, people can use wills to pass their estate to…
Keeping Track of Your Will
Once you’ve taken the step to create a will and get your estate plan in order, you need to figure out what…
How to Contest a Will
You had a loving relationship with your mother and she always said she would leave everything to you and your siblings, but…
Tailoring a Will and Power of Attorney for Multiple States
If you own property — whether houses, bank accounts, or vehicles — in more than one state, do you need estate planning…
8 Frequently Asked Questions on Last Wills and Testaments
Starting an estate plan can be overwhelming, and you probably have many questions. You are not alone. Below are eight questions people…
Reducing the Risk of a Family Fight in Probate Court
Many family circumstances can increase the risk of probate litigation. High-risk factors that often bring about probate litigation can include sibling rivalry,…
Living Wills: Ten Things You Should Know
Unlike last wills and testaments, living wills do not pass assets and property after death. Instead, it is a mechanism to communicate…
What You Need to Know About Medical Advance Directives
There is no one who wants to think they may be incapacitated by illness or trauma. Every day, people face this problem….
A Lifetime Money Management System for Special Needs Children
For estate planning, special needs children present a unique challenge. Optimizing your estate to use, enhance, and enrich assets for your special…