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  • About Us
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    • Daniel J. Krause
    • James McComas
    • Dillon Flynn
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    • Laura Hamdan
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Category: Wills

Learn how wills protect your assets, direct inheritances, and safeguard your family.

Wills in Madison: Why Every Family Needs a Will Before the New Year

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December 19, 2025

As the year draws to a close, many Madison families focus on holidays, traditions, and planning for what comes next. But...

Executor of Will: What Happens When No One Is Named?

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November 25, 2025

When families review a loved one’s will, one of the first questions they look for is: “Who’s in charge?” Normally,...

Contested Wills in Wisconsin: Why Disputes Arise and How to Settle Them

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November 12, 2025

When a loved one passes away, emotions often run high and when it comes to dividing an estate, disagreements can quickly...

Dying Without a Will in Wisconsin: What Risks Does It Carry?

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October 31, 2025

When we think about the future, most of us picture retirement plans, family milestones, or new adventures, not the legal...

Why Now Is the Best Time to Create Your Will

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December 11, 2024

Life is full of uncertainties, and while we can't predict the future, we can protect our loved ones and ensure our wishes...

Can I Leave Family Members Out of My Will?

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January 2, 2024

When writing a will, you might find yourself confronting difficult decisions. One such decision could be excluding certain...

How Alzheimer’s and Dementia Impact Estate Planning

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March 2, 2023

As we age, it's important to think about our estate planning and how our medical conditions may impact that. For example,...

Difference Between a Living Will and a Living Trust

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August 2, 2021

Attorney Dan Krause explains the differences between a Living Will and a Living Trust. While both are estate planning...

Why Choose a Trust Over a Will?

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July 23, 2021

Attorney Dan Krause discusses the top 4 important reasons why families choose a Living Trust over a Will for estate...

What Estate Planning Documents Do You Need for Protection?

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April 6, 2020

Wouldn't your children be relieved to learn that you've done all the necessary advance estate planning so that if you should...

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