Lawyers use a lot words when talking about trusts, often assuming that everyone knows their meaning. But in speaking to clients and friends, I realized that many…
When a person dies and probate is necessary, a court will appoint a personal representative to oversee the winding up of the decedent’s affairs. Executors and administrators…
I know someone who uses Facebook as somewhat of a digital diary. She regularly shares photos and stories that document her daily life, major life events, and milestones. Her feed…
Without three important documents, you may not be able to help when your child needs you most. Attorney Rania Combs explains.
One section of the estate planning questionnaire I send my clients asks them to rate their level of concern about various issues. One issue about which most indicate…
According to a Pew Research Study, more than 4 in 10 Americans are part of a blended family. And while 7 in 10 are…
This is my dog, Jilly. She’s a 15-pound mutt my family adopted 11 years ago. When we adopted her, we suspected she was a terrier mix, but she’s…
Occasionally, people die without a Will but have very little in terms of probate assets. They may have owned a modest home, and had a small checking…