Changes to the law and significant events in your life could alter the way that you originally meant to apportion assets in your estate planning documents. The only way to ensure that your estate plan truly reflects who you are, … [Read more...]
Certified Elder Law Attorney and Best-Selling Author Evan Farr is Named to the 2014 Best Lawyers in America List
August 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Certified Elder Law Attorney Evan H. Farr has been named to the 2014 list of Best Lawyers in America, for the practice area of Trusts and Estates.Best Lawyers is one of the oldest and most respected peer-review publications in … [Read more...]
Ask the Expert: What Does It Really Mean to Be Named as an Executor?
August 16, 2013 by 1 Comment
Q. My Aunt Fran called me to ask if I would be the executor of her estate. I am honored that she chose me because she must see me as trustworthy and responsible. Before saying yes, can you tell me what is involved?A. The … [Read more...]
Special Needs Trusts: How Much Money Should You Include?
August 14, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Jonathan is 20 years old, has autism, and is currently receiving government benefits. He is still living at home with his parents, receiving SSI equal to $628 per month, as well as a monthly stipend of $30.His parents want to … [Read more...]
What Happens to Credit Card Debt When You Die?
August 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
No one wants to face a situation where they have to deal with losing someone they care about. It’s only made worse if debt is involved. What happens to debt after you die depends on who has signed for it, as well as the laws in … [Read more...]
Part 3: Celebrity Series – Guardianship and Conservatorship (Lindsay Lohan)
August 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Guardianship and Conservatorship court proceedings are typically used for those who have a mental illness caused by age, injury, or disability. The law does not make it easy for people to obtain guardianship or conservatorship, … [Read more...]
Can We Help The Self-Neglecting Senior?
August 12, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Guest Blog Post by Jennifer FitzPatrick, MSW, LCSW-C Attorneys, because of the doctrine of attorney-client privilege, are generally forbidden from reporting any private or confidential information about a client, including … [Read more...]
