Legal Articles, Estate Planning

LEGAL CHECKUP

Wills, living trusts to avoid probate and power of attorneys are important. Guardinships and Conservatorships may be necessary. Income Qualifying Trusts for Medicaid may be necessary. Veterans and surviving spouses may be entitled to V.A. Aid and Attendance.

HANDWRITTEN WILLS

Holographic (handwritten) wills are prone to disburse specific property to specific individuals without naming someone in a residuary clause. This creates a situation of having some property disbursed under the holographic will and having other property disbursed under intestate law.

4 Crucial Estate Planning Documents

Estate planning can be vast and complicated. To simplify the essentials, we have outlined four crucial estate planning documents you should consider preparing.

Cost of Will, Power of Attorney, Healthcare Power of Attorney and Living Will

This articles discusses the cost and process for getting a will package in Nashville Tennessee by Attorney Jason A. Lee

Protecting the Health and Finances of Your College-Bound Child

If you have college-bound children, remember that they are very likely to be legal age adults. While you may be paying for college, your adult child is entitled to privacy. You should help them take steps to prevent legal problems should a medical or financial issue develop.

Different Ways to Own Property in South Carolina

A discussion of different ways to hold title to property in South Carolina, including some estate planning and asset protection tips.

Why You Need a Arizona Probate Attorney

When do you need a probate lawyer, and what to look for when you need an estate planning attorney in Arizona.

Ohio Legacy Trust Act

Ohio's new Legacy Trust Act for Asset Propection

9 Common Probate Questions

Find out the answers to 9 common probate questions.

War Stories - From the Courtroom

A few war stories from Attorney Chris Parvin

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