This blog, which is regularly updated by our estate planning attorneys, strives to keep our clients & potential clients informed, engaged, & connected to the latest news, trends, & current events.
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Who Gets The Remains?TX has strict laws as to who may authorize cremation and who has the legal right to control the remains.
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Estate Planning - Preparation for the InevitableA recent article from the New York Times gives a perspective on why estate planning isn’t “death planning”, but instead it is preparation for the inevitable.
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2017 Estate Planning ResolutionsCreating or updating your estate plan is a resolution you can’t afford to put off because of the financial & legal burdens that could be placed on your family.
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Giving Thanks During The HolidaysMake the holidays a time to get your affairs in order, spend time with family and friends, and give thanks.
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It’s Coming: Estate Tax ChangesEstate planning is a topic that affects everyone. Find out how the recent election could have an impact on your estate tax planning.
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Star Trek Actor Anton Yelchin Didn't Have A WillStar Trek actor, Anton Yelchin died in a tragic accident last summer without a Will. His parents now have the task of trying to gain control of his estate.
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Who Would Take Care of Your Children if Something Happens to You?If you have minor children, having an estate plan in place is a must! There are two important estate planning pieces to have in order to protect your children.
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The Uniform Prudent Investor Act (UPIA)The Uniform Prudent Investor Act has had several variations over the years, therefore, it's always important to keep abreast of statutory changes & case law.
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What Happens to Your Online Accounts After You Die?It's important to know what happens to your digital assets when you die and consider a digital estate plan to protect those assets.
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College ChaosIn Texas, a child 18 years of age or older is considered an adult. Without having certain estate planning documents in place for them, you have no legal rights.
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2015 Estate, Gift & Generation-Skipping Tax Exemptions & RatesTax season is here! The estate & gift tax exemption has changed this year. Use the chart below to help you navigate through your estate tax planning for 2015.
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4 Reasons for a Revocable Living TrustA person who sets up a Revocable Trust reserves the right to revoke, amend, terminate, or change the trust. See how this trust could work for you.