Our Estate Planning & Probate Blog

When it comes to estate planning, a little information can go a long way. In our blog, our legal team explores common problems we see when reviewing estate plans, as well as tips you can put into practice immediately to protect your future.

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My Favorite Easter Memories
One of a series of articles on growing up in small town America during the 1960’s.

Date: 03/01/2024 Category: General
Confronting an Aging and Unsafe Driver
As seniors get older, they may lose their ability to safely operate a car. Here are some tips for having that difficult conversation with your loved one.

Date: 02/23/2024 Category: General
Recognizing Malnutrition in Older Adults
Life-threatening malnutrition disproportionately affects those 85 and up. Recognizing malnutrition can help family members and caregivers know when to get help.

Date: 01/15/2024 Category: General
Are You a Family Caregiver? New Bill Seeks to Lower Costs
A recently proposed bill called the Lowering Costs for Caregivers Act of 2023 is the result of a bipartisan effort to lessen the costs of family caregiving.

Date: 01/15/2024 Category: General
2024 Estate and Gift Tax Updates

Date: 01/12/2024 Category: Estate Planning
Seniors and Anti-Obesity Medication
Weighing the advantages and disadvantages of anti-obesity drugs for seniors

Date: 01/12/2024 Category: General
Finding a Life Insurance Policy That Wasn’t Listed in a Will or Trust
Finding a lost life insurance policy can be difficult, but putting in the effort could provide an unexpected windfall. Read the blog for more info!

Date: 01/03/2024 Category: Trust & Estate Administration
The Advantages and Disadvantages of a Springing Power of Attorney
Although the springing power of attorney offers a simple solution to concerns about abuse of fiduciary power, it suffers from significant limitations.

Date: 01/03/2024 Category: Estate Planning
“Oh No! I Can’t Access My Bank Accounts!!” - A Cautionary Tale
Imagine this. Your bank suddenly, without warning, closes all of your accounts, then sends you checks for the balances in the mail—without any explanation!

Date: 12/26/2023 Category: General
10 Ways to Maximize Your Social Security Retirement Benefits

Date: 12/20/2023 Category: General
Estate Planning for Same-Sex Couples in California
In CA, same-sex couples have the same estate planning rights as their heterosexual counterparts. Our attorney explains how to ensure your estate’s safety.

Date: 11/29/2023 Category: Estate Planning
Power of Attorney: Should Yours “Spring” or be Effective Immediately?
The springing power of attorney could seem like an ideal way to prevent abuse, but it has significant downsides that can make enforcement difficult.

Date: 11/21/2023 Category: Estate Planning

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