Guardianship and conservatorship disputes, will and trust contests, and fights over family real estate can be included in probate litigation. The most successful approach to mitigating or avoiding probate litigation risk is carefully planning for the future. Comprehensive estate plans…
Legally, firearm trusts allow individuals to own firearms in a unique way that allows them to share access to firearms with others. This approach is beneficial for those who own restricted firearms or firearms regulated by the National Firearms Act…
Some behavioral signs and actions may indicate your spouse is laying the groundwork for divorce. It’s important to remember that each person and every relationship is unique, and there could be other reasons for changes in behavior. However, if you…
As a caregiver, you don't realize how difficult it is until it happens to you. Many people take on this challenge because they love the person they are caring for. In the US, 53 million people have assumed this role and then…
Knowing your family's general inheritance situation and preparing your adult children for their financial future can make a significant difference in their decision-making process, increasing their chances of success. These are practical matters of allocating resources for things like housing,…
Child custody cases can be financially and emotionally draining for all parties involved, especially the children. In some cases, when parents can’t agree to a joint custody arrangement, the court may order a forensic custody evaluation to help determine what’s…
An estate tax is imposed in the US on the transfer of assets from a deceased person's estate to heirs or beneficiaries. An estate tax is not the same as an inheritance tax. It’s a tax on the total value…
Almost everyone has heard about the probate process, which is carried out in probate court after someone passes away. Unfortunately, fewer people know that it can be a long and complicated process. It can sometimes take months, or even years,…
Beneficiaries are common designations in retirement accounts, wills, and trusts, so chances are you have one. A beneficiary is an individual (or legal entity) to receive the proceeds from a financial product or vehicle when the owner passes away. What…
In a child custody case, the primary goal is to determine what’s in the best interests of the child or children. The court bases its decision on: Physical, emotional, and psychological needs The child’s preference, depending on their age The…