"Working for You During Covid-19 Restrictions, Click To Learn More".
Who hasn’t heard the phrase “trust fund baby” applied to the child of a celebrity or wealthy business leader? It’s certainly true that trusts are used extensively by wealthy families. But it’s also true that trusts should be used...
When I tell people that I am an estate planning attorney, they often ask, “Do you do Wills?” My answer is always an enthusiastic, “Yes.” And I follow up with, “A Will is a basic part of an estate plan.” I think people ask that question b...
As our parents age, it is natural for us to think about who will step in to make their financial and medical decisions when they are no longer able to do so. This becomes much more of a concern if they are diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's disea...
Putting off your estate plan for another year isn't an option. Crossing off this important task is a great way to start 2018 with momentum, protecting your family and giving yourself peace of mind. Undoubtedly, you understand the challenges in...
As your parents age, you and your siblings will face issues of how to take care of your aging parents. As uncomfortable as it is to think about, your parents will likely need extra help in their golden years. Some folks will suffer from dementia, or ...
If you have ever been unable to find the important papers of a loved one who died, you may have asked yourself that very question. As if you were not already grieving, there was the added pressure of wrapping up the affairs of your loved one. That pr...
After the death of a loved one, you may find yourself simply wanting to remain swallowed in grief rather than facing responsibilities. However, you likely also know that remaining in such a state can cause issues if certain aspects of the estate need...
There are times when an incapacitated person, a Ward, may need either a guardian of the person or a guardian of the estate. There are other times when a Ward may need both. One person may serve in both roles, or the probate court may appoint two diff...
The words guardianship and conservatorship are often used interchangeably, but they have different meanings in the State of Texas. The term conservatorship is synonymous with the word custody. It is used in the family law context when a family law co...
If you're a millennial, making an estate plan may not be the first thing on your mind. For one thing, you may have more student loans than any sort of estate to speak of. You may also be busy establishing yourself in a career, buying a first home or ...