Why are Trusts a Good Idea?
Whether you are trying to protect your assets from possible creditors, prevent young heirs from spending their inheritance or minimize estate taxes, there is likely a trust for you.
How Not to Build a Family NFL Dynasty
A decade before his death, the billionaire owner of the Denver Broncos consulted with attorneys about the orderly handover of the team after his death. He crafted a carefully delineated trust that his hand-picked trustees would oversee.
Dying Parent’s Financial Affairs Can Be Challenging
Dealing with a sick family member is a challenging and emotional time.
Why Is Estate Planning Review Important?
Your estate planning is done, but is it? A periodic review is an important ongoing step to your planning.
What are the Most Common Estate Planning Mistakes
With apologies to poet Robert Burns, the best-laid estate plans of women and men sometimes go awry.
What was Stephen Sondheim’s Estate Plan?
Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim left behind an estate estimated to be worth as much as $75 million to his husband, charities and a dozen other friends, court papers show.
Estate Planning Brings Peace of Mind
Estate planning is a key piece of a comprehensive retirement plan.
What Taxes Have to Be Paid When Someone Dies?
Tax obligations continue on despite the passing of a loved one, and in some cases, come about because of it. Tax deadlines pose a challenge for grieving families.
What Do Elder Law Attorneys Do?
Elder law attorneys can help with a long list of legal matters that seniors often face…
If I Have a Will to Allocate My Assets, Do I Have an Estate Plan?
While a will is often part of an estate plan, an estate plan covers much more ground.