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Premarital agreements offer persons contemplating marriage the ability to plan for the distribution of their assets and liabilities in the event of separation and/or divorce. While the concept of planning for divorce may seem counterintuitive for persons pledging promises of life-long fidelity and companionship, premarital agreements offer solutions for a variety of scenarios, including estate planning protection and the protection of interests in closely held businesses in the event of…By: Ward and Smith, P.A.

Premarital Agreements and the "Voluntary" Signature | JD Supra Premarital agreements offer persons contemplating marriage the ability to plan for the distribution of their assets and liabilities in the event of...

Wills contain important information about who receives money, possessions, and property upon a person’s death. Many often ask, who can view this information, and is it a public record? Once your will goes through probate, it becomes a public record. The probate court must maintain the will so that the public can access it. Anyone can visit the probate court to view the will, regardless of whether they are an heir or beneficiary. For a fee, they can obtain a copy. In some counties, wills are…By: Mandelbaum Barrett PC

Are Wills Public Record?: Estate Planning Q&A | JD Supra Wills contain important information about who receives money, possessions, and property upon a person’s death. Many often ask, who can view this...

What is the current, most pressing question you have in your law firm? Is it, ”how do attorneys get clients?” Are you looking for estate planning case management software? Maybe it’s ”how do I grow my law firm?”

Evolving in the Legal Landscape: The Essential Role of Coaching in Modernizing Your Estate Planning Firm - American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Explore how coaching can transform your law firm, allowing your firm to evolve in response to the constantly changing legal environment.

Individuals with a disability or special needs (hereafter, the ”individual”) frequently have a team of people providing them the care and assistance they require.

Understanding Key Differences Between Guardians and Special Needs Trustees | JD Supra Individuals with a disability or special needs (hereafter, the “individual”) frequently have a team of people providing them the care and assistance...

In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. It’s no surprise that law practices, including estate planning and elder law attorneys, are increasingly turning to social media to connect with potential clients, share valuable information, and establish their online presence.

Navigating Ethical Boundaries: Social Media Marketing for Law Practices - American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Explore ethical social media marketing guidelines for attorneys. Navigate the world of legal marketing with integrity.

You may have heard of Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts (SLATS) lately, especially if you have been thinking about using your federal estate and gift tax exemption before the current higher exemption amount of $13.61 million is automatically reduced to about $7 million on January 1, 2026, assuming Congress takes no action. Originally published in Stroll Lloyd Harbor, February 2024

Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts: A Way to Have Your Cake and Eat It Too | JD Supra You may have heard of Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts (SLATS) lately, especially if you have been thinking about using your federal estate and gift tax...

The new year is underway, but it’s never too late to set resolutions. One area that you might not have thought about when you set your 2024 goals is estate planning objectives. Estate planning may not be a sexy pursuit, but it’s the only way to properly ensure your future and that of your loved

Your Estate Planning New Year's Resolution Adapting the following estate planning New Year’s resolutions will not only give you peace of mind, it will make sure you’re starting off 2024 on the right foot.

Matthew Perry was probably best known for his role as the sarcastic, neurotic, and always witty, Chandler Bing on the hit-tv show, Friends. He died suddenly at the age of 54. He was unmarried, had no children, and was survived by his parents, five half-siblings, and legions of fans. His Estate Plan differs from many

There’s No Better Way to Say “I’ll Be There for You” than with an Estate Plan It’s important to speak with a qualified Estate Planning attorney regarding your Estate Plan and your unique circumstances.

Gifting assets during life allows individuals to minimize their estate tax liabilities at death.

Is 2024 the Year of Gifting? Different Ways to Gift to Minimize Estate Taxes | JD Supra Gifting assets during life allows individuals to minimize their estate tax liabilities at death. Gifting is a strategy that can preserve wealth for...

Your heirs may not see eye to eye on family circumstances, particularly regarding inheriting your estate.

Estate Planning: Should I Divide My Assets Equally? | JD Supra Your heirs may not see eye to eye on family circumstances, particularly regarding inheriting your estate. Relationships can change and intensify when...

When we think about making plans to secure our future, generally the discussions revolve around education, career, family, and finances.

The Importance of Estate Planning | JD Supra When we think about making plans to secure our future, generally the discussions revolve around education, career, family, and finances. Creating a...

In the court opinion originating from the Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District, Division Two, a dispute between the Astons, acting as trustees for the KALA Trust, and DBK Trust, LLC regarding property boundaries and ownership is examined in detail. The opinion delves into various procedural matters that arose during the litigation, shedding light on the permissibility of W.B., the sole member of DBK, representing DBK in the court proceedings

Court Opinion: The Role of Testimony in Property Boundary Disputes | JD Supra In the court opinion originating from the Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District, Division Two, a dispute between the Astons, acting as trustees...