Estate planning can feel overwhelming, especially when you have a blended family or a complicated family situation. There are multiple people and interpersonal dynamics to consider. Working with a lawyer can make the process of preparing your estate planning documents easier. An experienced estate planning attorney will explain the law and your legal options. That [...]
Attorney trust account services can provide valuable support for managing the administrative tasks of your trust. When you create a trust, you place significant faith in a trustee to make the right financial decisions for your trust and the beneficiary. Attorney trust account services can provide an additional layer of protection by creating accountability and [...]
You've just found out that you were named in someone's will. There is a range of feelings and emotions that come with this. It's important not to rush because your decisions today can have a lasting effect on your inheritance. In addition, the intense emotions of grief can impact your decision-making skills. This guide will [...]
Florida circuit probate courts issued over 68,000 dispositions from July 2020 through June 2021. While many of these dispositions were fairly simple, not all estates qualify for simple distribution. If you find yourself facing a complicated probate situation, you may need assistance navigating the issues at hand. This is when it's time to ask, what [...]
Just over two million couples married in 2019. They spent an average of $33,900 on the engagement ring and ceremony. But what happens after the wedding? This is the time to consider long term plans, such as your will, living will, and trusts. Many people make the mistake of putting off or avoiding these tough topics. [...]
When you create a valid will, you get the opportunity to give your property to whomever you wish. There are a few limitations. For instance, if you die without a will, your surviving spouse must share the property with your children. With a will, you can choose to leave your property to your spouse entirely. [...]
As a parent, you’ve probably thought about what will happen to your child should you no longer be able to care for them or yourself. But have you considered a pre-need guardian? Having a pre-need guardianship document drawn up in the event of something affecting yourself and your property is an important parenting step. It’s [...]
Secrets of Life: We believe this is a wonderful time of year to make a certain visit to your attorney. And you can discover some of the secrets of what we delicately call “Estate Planning.” Contrary to popular belief, this is not a law visit that is just meant for the Kardashians. Principal Law believes [...]
