Estate Planning Legal Guides (365 found)

Written by Steven R Bennett
Make your initial encounter more productive, whether on the phone or in person. Be prepared for these pertinent issues.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 27 days ago in Estate Planning.

Written by David Anthony Lucas
7 out of 10 Americans do not even have a simple Will. We are all mortal. So why don’t we plan? Two common reasons are procrastination and lack of knowledge. This article won’t do anything to cure the procrastination, but hopefully it will address any misconceptions you might have.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Estate Planning.

Written by David Anthony Lucas
Few of us plan to leave a mess for our family and loved ones after we are gone. Many of us, however, do leave behind a tangled mess, indeed. Here are three of the most common estate planning myths people have, the truths behind them, and some advice on how to avoid these myths.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Estate Planning.

Written by Judith May Copeland
Many of us have pets who are very dear to us. California has enacted a law declaring that a trust for the care of an animal is a lawful. One can now set aside a certain amount, up to all of their estate, to be dedicated to the care of their pets.
Posted 6 months ago in Trusts. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Cheri Lynn Kurman
It is something most Americans avoid and more often than not, never get around to … preparing an estate plan. By having an estate plan, however, you offer your family members peace of mind during a difficult period.
Posted 6 months ago in Trusts.

Written by Cheri Lynn Kurman
When properly drafted, an estate plan is a powerful tool not only in the event of the settler’s death, but during the settler’s life. However, in order for the estate plan to work properly, the documents must “speak” to each other; otherwise problems can occur.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Estate Planning.

Written by Michael J. Helfand
Before hiring an attorney in any area, it's important to make an informed decision about who you want to represent you. Here are a few criteria to consider when hiring an estate planning or probate attorney in Illinois.
Posted 6 months ago in Estate Planning. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by James P. Frederick
With the economy in free fall and the cost of hiring an attorney, is it advisable to use online estate planning resources or prepare your estate plan on your own?
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 4 months ago in Estate Planning. Jurisdiction: Michigan

Written by Robert Wayne Olson Jr
A "top 10" list of avoidable estate planning mistakes, applicable to all states and various types of estates.
Posted 4 months ago in Estate Planning.

Written by Brenda Louise Godfrey Geiger
How Do You Find Out Who Is Good In Your Area? Choosing an attorney to represent you is obviously an important task. The decision certainly should not be made on the basis of advertising alone. There are certain questions to ask that will lead you to the best attorney for your family.
Posted 4 months ago in Estate Planning. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Robert Christopher Adamski
These seven things people do actually do more harm than good when they plan to manage their assets and pass those assets on to their loved ones.
Posted 4 months ago in Estate Planning. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Dawn Marie Bates-Buchanan
THIS IS A GUIDE ON THE ESTATE PLANNING AT EACH PERSON SHOULD DO AND WHY AND HOW GULF COAST LEGAL SERVICES CAN PROVIDE THIS SERVICE TO PEOPLE AGE 60 AND OVER AND THEIR CAREGIVERS AND SPOUSES FREE OF CHARGE
Posted 3 months ago in Estate Planning. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by James P. Frederick
On average, 60-70% of the population has no formal estate planning in place. The 2 minority groups that DO generally plan are senior citizens who have recently lost a loved one or new parents, trying to provide for their children. This article addresses planning considerations for the latter group.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 3 months ago in Estate Planning.

Written by Lawrence Charles Kroll
A blueprint for creating a comprehensive Estate Plan
Posted 4 months ago in Estate Planning. Jurisdiction: New Jersey

Written by Edward Anthony Tini
Here are some things to consider for long term Estate Planning. please consult your attorney prior to putting any plan into action, or before signing any Will or Estate documents.
Posted 4 months ago in Estate Planning.

Written by Jeffrey Lawson Baxter
An Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust or ILIT has four (4) unique elements of life insurnace, in the context of estate planning, that make it an attractive investment.
Posted 3 months ago in Estate Planning. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Darlynn Campbell Morgan
Anyone who cares about their family and wants things to be as easy as possible for their loved ones after they are gone or if they become incapacitated should have a Will and/or a Trust.
Posted 3 months ago in Estate Planning. Jurisdiction: California

Written by William D Sommerness
Too many people view Estate Planning as something that involves only death planning. It is highly more likely that a person will become incapacitated (think: stroke, or Alzheimer's disease) before reaching their expected life expectancy than die before reaching their expected life expectancy.
Posted 3 months ago in Estate Planning. Jurisdiction: Minnesota

Written by Steven R Bennett
In addition to your will or trust agreement, your estate planning attorney will assist you with various supplemental documents. Here are four of the most common documents:
Posted 27 days ago in Estate Planning.

Written by Kelly Marie Klun
Top 3 Reasons To Have An Estate Plan
Posted 3 months ago in Estate Planning. Jurisdiction: Minnesota