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Do I need a Will?

Do I need a Will?

Do I need a Last Will and Testament? The short answer to this question is probably. Here are some reasons why clients choose to have an attorney prepare a Last Will and Testament for them. First, clients with young children usually wish to name a Guardian of their...
How do I avoid probate? And why should I?

How do I avoid probate? And why should I?

Avoiding probate is often a goal of many estate planning clients. Clients might have had a bad experience with a previous probate administration. As a result, those clients may want to avoid probate if at all possible. Avoiding probate is possible and here are some...
Who should I choose for my Power of Attorney?

Who should I choose for my Power of Attorney?

Here are some factors to consider in naming a “power of attorney”/Attorney-in-Fact: How close will the power of attorney live to the client? The Attorney-in-Fact ideally would live relatively close to the client. The Attorney-in-Fact likely will be needed to sign...
Powers of Attorney

Powers of Attorney

As you age, or in the event of an accident, injury, or illness, you may need assistance in managing your affairs or making health care and personal decisions. However, you want to assure as much autonomy for yourself and the least amount of intrusion into your affairs...
Estate Planning

Estate Planning

Everyone who is eighteen or older should have at least a simple estate plan. The term “estate” brings to mind images of mansions with guest quarters, but we all have an estate, and it is the assets that make up our lives: car, home, bank accounts, debts, and even...