Estate planning can seem like a daunting process. There’s a lot to consider—do you need a trust, or is a will sufficient? What’s the difference between them? Who should you name to take care of … [Read more...]
Estate Planning in a Blended Family
Blended families can consist of an unending variety of relationship combinations. Stepparents, half-siblings, siblings, step siblings, adopted children…the list goes on. If you find yourself in a … [Read more...]
The Hazards of Do-It-Yourself Estate Planning Documents
We live in an era of do-it-yourself projects. Most anyone can now find instructions on how to do anything themselves online. Be cautious, however, when dealing with DIY legal documents. The … [Read more...]
Help Your Loved Ones Find Your Estate Planning Documents
Creating an estate plan is something that many people fail to do, which can create many problems when it comes time to go through probate or distribute assets. If family members disagree, or a person … [Read more...]
What Is A Civil Union?
What Is A Civil Union? By Erica L. Johnson A civil union means a relationship established by two eligible persons, male or female, that entitles them to receive the benefits and protections of … [Read more...]