Landmark case holds that Inherited IRAs are NOT PROTECTED from creditors
In the next few weeks, we will be reaching out to our clients and referral partners to inform them of the critical...
Author: Editorial
Is A Trust The Best Way to Avoid Probate and Transfer Assets Upon Death?
One common objective among people planning their estates is avoiding probate and many of the people who seek to avoid...
Another Added Benefit: Using Your Estate Plan to Protect You From Unwanted Guardianships
In recent years, many studies and reports have discussed the problem of the abuse of the legal procedures of guardianship...
Who’s in Your Corner: Your Estate Planner, Your Estate Plan and You
The Attorney General for Minnesota, Lori Swanson, has recently opened a new chapter in an ongoing battle waged by her...
More Reasons to Ensure You Review Your Estate Plan Regularly
Today, many people have very diverse assets. Ever-increasing numbers of people have more and more assets that distribute...
Estate Litigation: Can Your Personal Representative Handle It?
Everyone who creates an estate plan hopes that the settling of their estate will proceed smoothly and quickly....
‘No Contest’ Clause: Could Be a Good Idea
One concern many people have when they set about to plan their estates revolves around a challenge to their wills or trusts...
Family Feud: Children Lose Claim Seeking Partial Ownership of Late Father’s Property
A man's death without an estate plan triggered a protracted legal squabble between his children and their stepmother over a...
Timeshares and Living Trusts: Funding Issues
The weather this time of year inspires many to contemplate warm, sunny escapes. For some, this involves a timeshare...
Special Plans for Disabled Children: Estate Planning for Families with Children with Special Needs
Every family has its own unique set of needs and goals in relation to estate planning, and every family needs a plan. But in...