Author: 5 West Legal

If you have specific desires regarding the management of your digital presence after you’re gone, proactive measures are necessary. Otherwise, the fate of your online legacy may be dictated by circumstances rather than your intentions. Your online accounts, such as Gmail, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Apple, or Amazon, constitute your digital legacy, and the responsibility to…

People often come to us curious — or confused — about the role trusts play in saving on taxes. Given how frequently this issue comes up, here we’re going to explain the tax implications associated with different types of trusts in order to clarify this issue. Of course, if you need further clarification about trusts,…

This year,  Estate Planning Awareness Week ran from October 17th to 23rd, and one of our primary goals is to educate you on the vital importance of not only preparing an estate plan, but also keeping your plan up-to-date. While you almost surely understand the importance of creating an estate plan, you may not know…