When a loved one dies, their money and property has to be distributed to the appropriate people according to the will, or the state’s laws if a will is not in place. Even
The legal term “guardian” refers to someone who cares for another individual, often a minor child, who needs special protection for a variety of reasons. Although parents of a minor child can name
We rely on our friends, family, and colleagues to help us through life’s challenges. The people we trust can also be incredibly important when arranging an estate plan. It is critical to appoint
Call me old-fashioned, but I think estate planning should involve a personalized and continuing relationship, not a transaction. While some may prefer to use low-cost websites or software because they are more concerned about
When a family member or other loved one dies, grief and shock can sometimes be overwhelming. The last thing most people want to think about is making phone calls or funeral arrangements. Some
With our society becoming increasingly mobile and international travel becoming more affordable than ever before, families and family-like relationships have steadily grown far more diverse in terms of citizenship. It is no longer
The laws governing support and custody both during and after a divorce are not cut and dry, and much depends on the approach of the representation each party engages. While every situation is
One of the most common forms of property ownership in the United States is joint tenancy with rights of survivorship (JTWROS or joint tenancy). But what is joint tenancy? Joint tenancy is a
While we all want to provide financial help to our loved ones—whether they are family or close friends—it is important to understand that how the money is classified will directly affect your estate
It is natural to want to protect our loved ones no matter what. But when a loved one is facing incarceration it can be difficult to see how you can help provide a
