5 Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid
One of the biggest estate planning mistakes to avoid is neglecting it altogether. Without some sort of plan in place, you and your family can …
Estate Planning
Estate Planning: What are burial directives, and why do I need them?
We’ve published several estate planning blog posts over the last month or so. And the common thread is this: having a plan in place for …
What is a Financial Power of Attorney, and why do I need one?
Financial Power of Attorney. Having a carefully-crafted estate planning strategy in place is one of the most important things you can do for your family. …
What is a Medical Power of Attorney, and why do I need one?
Carefully crafted and well thought out estate planning is one of the most important things you can do for your family. Granted, having open conversations …
Regular or Durable Power of Attorney – What’s the difference?
Regular or Durable Power of Attorney – What’s the difference? So your estate planning lawyer suggests that you have a Power of Attorney drawn up. …
Appeal – Defined
Appeal – Defined. You hear all the time that a judge’s ruling is final. While this is true, you may have the ability to challenge …
Parents have the right to inherit from their children … UNLESS
Being the legal parent of a child does not mean your parental rights are absolute. In other words, if it comes down to your rights …
5 useful blog posts about hiring a lawyer
Nelson Law Roundup: 5 useful blog posts about hiring a lawyer Do I need a lawyer? If you are asking yourself this question, then the …
Probate: What it is and why people try to avoid it
Probate: What it is and why people try to avoid it Most people will tell you the only thing you need to know about probate …
Estate Planning: A conversation you shouldn’t neglect
Estate Planning: A conversation you shouldn’t neglect No one likes to think about the day when they are no longer around to enjoy their family, …