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Limited Scope Legal Services

When I shared my plans to start a Web-based law practice several years ago, most attorneys I told were a bit skeptical that it would…

Financial Powers of Attorney

Selecting An Agent For Your Power Of Attorney

If you were to become incapacitated, who would pay your utility bills, file your taxes or otherwise manage your financial affairs? If you have not legally named…

Planning for Special Circumstances

Who Is The Beneficiary Of Your Insurance Policy?

I got a heartbreaking call from young woman recently that highlights the importance of updating ones’ insurance beneficiary designations after major life events. She and…

FAQs About Trusts

Does a Revocable Living Trust Protect Assets From Creditors?

Many people mistakenly believe that putting their assets into a revocable trust will shelter those assets from creditors. This is not the case. A revocable living trust…

FAQs About Powers of Attorney and Directives

Planning for Your Incapacity

Many people believe that having a Last Will and Testament is all the estate planning they need. But as advancements in medicine extend our lives, developing a…

Wacky Wills

Wacky Wednesday: Wills That Make You Go “Hmmm…” – Gene Roddenberry

NB: This post is part of a series highlighting wills that contain some interesting, and sometimes bizarre, bequests and stipulations. You can see all these posts here.

Planning for Special Circumstances

How Will You Be Remembered: Lessons From “The Descendants”

Spoiler Alert! I think much of the storylines I discuss below can be gleaned from several of the movie’s previews which you can see…

FAQs About Estate Planning

Should I Deed My Home To My Kids Before I Die?

Not too long ago someone called me wondering if he really needed a will. He explained that his mother had transferred her home to him many years…

Newsworthy

New and Improved!

I am delighted to announce that the upgrade of the user interface for my virtual law office was completed last night. As of this morning, I will…

Planning for Special Circumstances

True Love Plans: Valentine Recommendations For My Clients

The part of my job that I enjoy most is the conferences I have with my clients. I love hearing about their loved ones, and their…