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What is the Difference Between Medical and Durable Power of Attorney?

A durable power of attorney is a written document that creates an agency relationship between the person granting authority and an agent, or attorney-in-fact, the person to…

Will My Wife Inherit All My Separate Property If I Die Without A Will?

Most people may assume that if they are married and die without a Will in Texas, their surviving spouse will inherit their entire estate. This is…

Would You Like A Will With That Special Needs Trust?

Several parents have contacted me recently about setting up stand-alone special needs trust for their children. Unlike a supplemental needs trust that is created in a Will…

FAQs About The Rights of Same-Sex Couples After DOMA Ruling

Seattle estate planning attorney,Wendy S. Goffe, a wrote an excellent and informative guest post for Forbes answering some frequently asked questions regarding the rights of same-sex couples…

Estate Planning for Same-Sex Couples in Texas After DOMA Ruling

Last week, in a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that the Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act (“DOMA”) is unconstitutional.

Are You Married To An Evil Stepparent?

I received a call from a woman whose father recently passed away. His death was not unexpected. He had cancer and knew he was going to die.

Wacky Wednesday: Wills That Make You Go “Hmmm…” Solomon Sanborn

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.

How to Talk With Your Parents About Their Financial Affairs

Many elderly parents are uncomfortable sharing their finances with their children. An article I read recently suggested several reasons they may be wary. Some parents worry that…