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Celebrity Estate Planning: Lessons Learned (and One Not to Copy)
The lives of the rich and famous are often shrouded in mystery, but their legal woes can offer surprising insights for us mere mortals. When it comes to estate planning, even celebrities can stumble – though their mistakes come with much larger price tags. Let’s take a peek at three celebrity estate planning stories, two […]
Health Care Proxy: Your Voice When You Can’t Speak
Have you ever considered what happens to your medical decisions if you’re unable to speak for yourself? It’s a thought many of us push aside, but it’s a crucial conversation to have. This is where the Health Care Proxy, also known as a Health Care Surrogate Appointment, comes in. It’s your voice when you can’t speak, […]
Trust Tussle: Navigating the Maze of Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts
Planning your financial future? Enter the fascinating world of Trusts, where you entrust assets to someone (trustee) for the benefit of yourself or others (beneficiaries). But choosing the right trust requires understanding the nuances, particularly the battle between revocable and irrevocable trusts. Revocable Trusts: Think of revocable trusts as your ever-evolving wardrobe. You can add, […]
Where The Heck Do I Put My Will? An Estate Planning Lawyer’s Guide
You’ve crossed the finish line of estate planning – Congratulations! That carefully crafted will, trust, and power of attorney are poised to carry out your wishes. But hold on, the journey’s not quite over. Now comes the crucial question: where the heck do you store these vital documents? Let’s explore the possibilities, each with its […]