Probate: The Least You Need to Know
The subject of probate can be intimidating. Ask any attorney and they will give you these simple words of advice: Avoid it. But what are we avoiding? With or without a will, assets will be distributed. The main difference is with a will you get to choose who your assets are distributed to. Understanding that […]
Elder Law: An Easy Call to Make
Attorneys can get a bad rap. Especially after decades of TV shows and movies sensationalizing the clever lawyer who yells, bullies, and tricks their way into a winning verdict for their client. We’ve been subtly conditioned to be wary of all lawyers. Know any good lawyer jokes? Of course you do. Some types of lawyers […]
Trust Funding: Back to Basics
Establishing a living trust without funding it is a lot like buying a house and then not furnishing it, or buying a car and not putting fuel in it. What’s the point? Your Estate Planning Attorney can draft a comprehensive revocable living trust with a pour-over will to help you avoid probate and plan for […]
A Will: More Planning, Less Drama
Is there anything more dramatic than when a famous person dies without a will? Whitney Houston, James Gandolfini, and Leona Helmsley all famously passed away without clear directions about their sizable estates. Even without the large amounts of money acquired by a famous singer, actor, or hotel heiress, we all have estate planning needs that […]
Elder Law Attorneys: A Reason to Celebrate!
Looking for a reason to celebrate? You are in luck! May is National Elder Law Attorney Month! That gives us 31 days to thank the legal gladiators who help us get out of our own way and plan ahead! Let’s celebrate the month by learning more about the legal minds that empower us while we […]
Never Have I Ever: Elder Law Attorney Edition
Elder Law Attorneys have seen some things. Ask a seasoned attorney who specializes in estate planning documents, probate, and other elder law matters about some of their craziest cases. Most likely, you’ll just get a look of annoyance. These specialists spend their days advocating for seniors and advising plans to protect their assets. The craziest […]
Public Benefits: 3 Myths Debunked
Public benefits myths are as commonplace as walkers and motorized scooters in Florida. With a higher-than-average number of senior citizens living in Florida, current access to services and housing is complicated – and we haven’t seen the worst of it yet. An aging plan is more important than ever and understanding the public benefits available […]
3 Reasons Estate Planning is Your New Favorite Topic
Is there anything better than preparing for a trip? Planning every detail of the upcoming adventure, filling your daily routine with new locations, and booking excursions to do new things with people you’ve never met? Not to mention packing enough clothes for a month even though you are only leaving for a week. We spend […]
Irrevocable Trust – Is It Right for You?
Trust-based estate planning is an effective way to protect your legacy and provide for your family once you are gone. While the topic may seem overwhelming, there are Elder Law Attorneys who specialize in this type of estate planning who make the task of establishing a trust much less daunting. The first part of this […]
Trusts in Florida: Is a Revocable Trust Right for You?
Life is an adventure and, with only one chance to make the most of it, planning ahead is a powerful way to embrace the unexpected. If the thought of living life to the fullest gives you a little anxiety, consider the peace of mind estate planning can give you. If you’ve never heard of a […]