Month: December 2020
Choosing a Corporate Trustee
Making plans for your money and property after you pass away is not the most exciting thing to do. It involves thinking…
What to Do When a Loved One Dies Abroad
The death of a loved one can be one of the most disorienting life events. But if the loved one dies while…
What to Do When a Child Dies
The death of a minor child is one of the greatest shocks that life can deliver. No one can ever prepare for…
Can an Estate Plan Include a Right of First Refusal on Certain Property?
Estate planning attorneys are occasionally asked by clients whether an estate plan can include a right of first refusal (ROFR) (sometimes called…
A Tale of Two Celebrities: Chadwick Boseman and Eddie Van Halen
The death of an iconic figure can sometimes impact us deeply because it reminds us of our shared humanity. With a celebrity’s…
Buyer Beware: How to Avoid Estate Planning Scams
Imagine spending thousands of dollars on an estate plan to protect loved ones, only to find that no true protection exists. Unfortunately,…
All in the Family: Making Sense of Per Stirpes, By Representation, and Per Capita Distributions
“That’s not fair!” In many households, this is the common refrain of children as they advocate for themselves or express what they…
How Refinancing a Property Can Affect Your Estate Plan
The mortgage business is booming in many parts of the country. Historically low interest rates have created an almost frenzied environment with…
