Divorce is rarely simple. When two people’s lives are intertwined—physically, emotionally, and legally—separating the individual strands can be a task akin to untying the Gordian knot. The longer a couple has been together and the more they share, the more…
Bankruptcy may be one of the last things on your mind when you are creating an estate plan. Fortunately, the number of bankruptcy filings has declined as the economy has improved, but there were still a whopping 433,658 bankruptcy filings…
Estate plans can be as unique as the individuals and families they are created to protect. Do not assume that you need the same type of will or trust option that your parents or friends chose. Instead, work with your…
According to U.S. News and World Report, the average cost of tuition and fees for the 2020-2021 school year was $10,388 at an in-state public university and $38,185 at a private university. These figures do not even include housing, books,…
The pain of losing a loved one multiplies when arguments arise about who inherits what, among conflict-prone families. This can be especially true for those who had good relationships prior to the deceased family member’s death. Whether you already know…
Most business owners will tell you that the time they put into running their company makes it almost impossible to distinguish their professional life and their home life. For married entrepreneurs, this can create unique challenges. Not only do the…
After the turmoil of a divorce, the last thing you probably want to do is meet with another attorney, but this major life change will almost certainly mean you need to make plans to your existing estate plan. Here are…