Our Estate Planning & Probate Blog

When it comes to estate planning, a little information can go a long way. In our blog, our legal team explores common problems we see when reviewing estate plans, as well as tips you can put into practice immediately to protect your future.

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Manson Leaves Estate to Pen Pal
Everyone has an estate and that includes convicted killers. Charles Manson, who died in prison in November, knew he had an ... Estate Planning

Date: 12/21/2017 Category: Estate Planning
Problems Can Be Avoided by Informing Family of Plan
The potential for a fight over an estate can sometimes be avoided by family communications. Surprise can sometimes be the ... Estate Plan

Date: 12/20/2017 Category: Estate Planning
Insurance on Inheritance Tax May Be Helpful
Insurance available in the U.S., as well as the U.K. Inheritance taxes have led families in the U.S. and the U.K. to figure ... Estate Planning

Date: 12/19/2017 Category: Estate Planning
Trustee Needs to Be … Trustworthy!
Even the best estate plans need a trustworthy trustee. Learn why choosing the right trustee is critical to protect your assets and your beneficiaries.

Date: 12/18/2017 Category: Trust & Estate Administration | Trust & Estate Administration
Shooter’s Estate Will Be Tied Up for a Long Time
The family of the man who killed concert goers in Las Vegas and the victims of the tragedy are likely to square off over $5 ... Estate Administration

Date: 12/15/2017 Category: Probate
Bill Gates to Fund New Approach to Alzheimer’s Research
Microsoft founder donates $100 million to help find a simpler way to make an early diagnosis. The early diagnosis of ... Elder Issues

Date: 12/14/2017 Category: General
Stepchildren Can Pay Taxes If They Inherit in Iowa
Case challenges the way Iowa treats stepchildren, when it comes to inheritances. Iowa's inheritance tax laws exempt children ... Estate Tax

Date: 12/13/2017 Category: Estate Planning
Frey’s Estate Is $100,000 and a Family Trust
Estate of co-founder of the Eagles is not unusual, but is certainly interesting. Glenn Frey, one of the co-founders of the ... Estate Plan

Date: 12/12/2017 Category: Estate Planning
Another Celebrity Estate Battle Looms
Celebrity's son claims his son is attempting to cheat him out of his proper share of legacy. The late poet Maya Angelou, who ... Estate Litigation

Date: 12/08/2017 Category: Probate
Estate Administrator Sentenced to 7 Years
Estate administrator sentenced to 7 years for defrauding widow out of $32M, highlighting the risks of unchecked powers in estate administration.

Date: 12/07/2017 Category: Trust & Estate Administration
Trustee Is Removed but Doesn’t Turn over Assets
Discover why a removed trustee may legally refuse to turn over trust assets and what fiduciary duties come into play in these complex situations. Read more!

Date: 12/06/2017 Category: Trust & Estate Administration
Retirement Savings Enough? It Depends!
How much you need in savings to support your retirement, is not always easy to answer. A million dollars in savings for ... Elder Issues

Date: 12/05/2017 Category: Estate Planning

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