Many Oklahoma families find themselves asking, "what is probate?" when dealing with a loved one's estate. As experienced Tulsa probate attorneys, we regularly guide families through this often-misunderstood legal process that governs how assets are distributed after someone passes away.…
Want to protect your family farm from nursing home costs in Oklahoma? This guide explains how to use Medicaid planning strategies to preserve your land and legacy. Your family farm is more than land and equipment — it’s a legacy…
The Hackman family's story serves as a somber reminder: estate planning isn’t just about deciding who gets what under ideal circumstances. It's about preparing for the unexpected. A strong estate plan anticipates not just the what, but also the when…
The SECURE Act 2.0, signed into law in 2022, introduced important updates to how retirement accounts are managed and inherited. These changes can significantly affect your estate plan, especially when it comes to how and when your beneficiaries must access…
As estate planning attorneys serving Broken Arrow families, we often hear a common misconception: people believe having a will lets their loved ones avoid probate. However, this is not true. To clarify, let’s explore the connection between wills and probate…
Families supporting a child on the autism spectrum often encounter a significant transition when that child reaches age 18, a change commonly referred to as the "autism cliff." At this critical juncture, many supportive services that families relied on throughout…
We often picture health care decisions as something that only comes up in a hospital setting, but the truth is, these choices deserve your attention long before a crisis arises. As experienced estate planning attorneys serving Tulsa and Broken Arrow…
In the wake of recent natural disasters across the country, social media has spread misinformation suggesting that properties held in trusts are not eligible for insurance coverage. This claim is inaccurate. Coverage gaps may occur if your trust is not…
As a Broken Arrow estate planning law firm, Littleton Legal often assists clients in determining whether to add a family member as a joint account owner or establish a Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA). While joint ownership may seem like…
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