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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Could Joint Will Be the Answer?
A joint will can sometimes be the answer for a couple but they need to know what they are getting into. Do you need two ... Estate Planning

Date: 07/01/2016 Category: Estate Planning
A Rock Star’s Death Is Lesson in the Need for Estate Planning
Prince died without a will or estate plan which can be a lesson to all. Prince passed away without a will despite being worth ... Estate Planning

Date: 06/30/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Your Children Could End Up Paying for Your Retirement
A lack of retirement planning can pass on responsibility to your children. Most of those people who are not saving might ... Elder Law

Date: 06/29/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Sumner Redstone’s Legal Problems Benefit Someone
There are profits from Sumner Redstone's competency hearings but it is not likely to be the shareholders. The legal actions ... Elder Law

Date: 06/28/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Do the Wealthy Relocate to States with Lower Taxes?
New study rejects theory that wealthy residents will relocate to a new state if taxes are increased. Legislative fears that ... Estate Tax

Date: 06/17/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Settling Estate Can Still Be Problem for Same-Sex Partners
Recent court decision shows the settling of an estate can still be a challenge for same-sex couples. Different laws enacted ... Estate Tax

Date: 06/16/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Where to Look for an Executor
Choosing an executor can be challenging. Discover tips and options for selecting a trusted executor for your estate with insights from our...

Date: 06/14/2016 Category: Trust & Estate Administration
NBA Team Focus of Estate Battle in Oklahoma
The basketball season is over for the Oklahoma City Thunder and creditors line up in estate fight. When oilman Aubrey ... Estate

Date: 06/13/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Family Limited Partnership May Be the Answer
Lowering tax burdens and protecting financial wealth of future generations may be accomplished through a family limited ... Estate Planning

Date: 06/09/2016 Category: Estate Planning
A Number of Famous People Have Died without Estate Plans
Prince joins a list of entertainers who have died intestate. Prince is not the first entertainer to pass away without an ... Estate Planning

Date: 06/07/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Challenges to Sumner Redstone’s Competency Continue
Another legal challenge on competency follows Redstone's successful defense against charges filed by ex-girlfriend. Media ... Trusts

Date: 06/06/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Drummer’s Long-Lost Wife Gets Nothing from Estate
Former Motorhead musician leaves his divorced wife nothing in his will. Phil Taylor, drummer for the rock band Motorhead, ... Will

Date: 05/27/2016 Category: Estate Planning

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