While major strides for LGBTQ+ rights have been made in recent years, estate planning law is still written with hetero, cisgender couples in mind, which means that your wishes and your rights may not be respected when you die or if you become incapacitated without proper planning in place. This week, I’m covering two more…

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If you currently have an estate plan in place, chances are you intend to leave your assets directly to your children without protection until they reach a certain age, perhaps around 35 or later. Take a moment to review your estate plan and assess its provisions. And if you haven’t established an estate plan yet…

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Being invited by a loved one to take on the role of Trustee for their Trust upon their passing is undoubtedly an honor, but it carries significant responsibilities—not a task suitable for everyone. Serving as a Trustee involves a wide range of duties, both ethically and legally binding, and failing to fulfill these obligations could…

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