There is a lot to think about when you start working on an estate plan. You will have many decisions to make, and you want to be as informed as possible about your options. Start by reading the articles in our Elder Law and Estate Planning library. Our attorneys and legal researchers bring you detailed information on a variety of topics.
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’Til Death Do Us Part—But Then What?When your spouse dies, you are left behind to manage the estate on your own. An Elder Law attorney can help you assess your situation and make smart decisions.
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Avoid the Drama! Create a Comprehensive Estate Plan NowWord-of-mouth bequests and intentions have no legal standing after a death. If you know who you want to get what, work with our team to put it in writing now!
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Make Sure Your Assets Go Where You Want Them to Go With a Smart Estate PlanWhen heirs are unhappy with their inheritance, they might try to take what they want. Protect your estate from common forms of inheritance theft with our help.
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Being an Executor of a Will Is a Big Job. Are You Prepared?If you were named as an executor of a loved one’s or friend’s will, you need to understand your obligations and lack thereof. We explain how it works here.
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Avoid Common Pitfalls When Helping Children and Grandchildren FinanciallyToday’s seniors are savers, and they often want to help the next generations with financial struggles. Learn how to avoid pitfalls when lending a helping hand.
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When Your Assets Are Tied Up in a Family Farm, How Do You Pay for a Nursing Home?If you are land rich but cash poor, as many farmers are, how can you manage a health crisis? Our Elder Law and Estate Planning attorneys have some advice.
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Second Marriages Late in Life Can Create Estate Planning and Long Term Care IssuesGetting re-married after retirement can be a blessing, but you will have to enter the marriage with your eyes wide open to protect your individual assets.
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Issues That Can Arise When a Family Member Serves as the Caregiver for an Elderly RelativeIf one child is the primary caregiver for an elderly parent, it can cause problems within the family. Learn about issues that can arise and how to resolve them.
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Legal Strategies for Protecting a Loved One With Dementia or Other Mental IllnessWhen you realize that your loved one is in danger because of their mental state, you can take legal steps to protect them from harm. Discover your options here.
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The Key to Aging on Your Own Terms Is a Manageable Living EnvironmentAs you age, you want to remain independent for as long as possible. One way to do this is to sell the big house and find a smaller, more manageable home.