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The Ashmore Law Firm, PC offers legal expertise in estate planning, probate law, family law and personal injury law to Dallas residents.
We provide summaries of news stories, research and other relevant information in order to keep our clients up to date on the latest legal news.
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Prince Died Intestate Don't make the same mistake Prince did. Because he didn't have a will, the court will choose who gets his estate & the IRS could take a portion of the estate. -
What We Learned From David Bowie: The Importance of Trusts David Bowie is a perfect example of why having an estate plan is so important. He utilized trusts to maximize the value of his assets to benefit his loved ones. -
The 2016 Estate and Gift Tax Exemption Amount A New Year – A New Tax. As of January 1, 2016, the estate and gift tax exemption amount has increased $20,000 from last year. -
The Gift that Keeps on Giving: Estate Planning There's truly no better gift you can give your family than making sure their future is protected. Give the gift of an estate plan this Christmas! -
DAYL’s "The Dicta" features article by Whitney Keltch Whitney N. Keltch’s article, Social Media: Friend or Foe? was featured in The Dallas Association of Young Lawyer's award-winning publication, "The Dicta". -
Same-Sex Marriage: Planning to Consider Before Tying the Knot Since the Supreme Court’s ruling on same-sex marriage, couples are rushing to get married. Before going down the aisle, have a plan to protect your assets! -
What Happens to My Debt If I Get a Divorce? It's a confusing task figuring out what debt you would be responsible for in a divorce. Learn the basics to get you on the right track... -
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month Distracted driving is a dangerous epidemic. In 2013 in Texas, there were 95,170 distracting driving crashes. Drive Smart. Drive Safe. -
LUNCH N’ LEARN with Sparkman/Hillcrest Please join Sparkman/Hillcrest Funeral Home and the Ashmore Law Firm for a free informational lunch, “Planning for the Future” on March 22, 2015 from 12pm-1pm. -
8 Most Common Mistakes Executors Make - Living Well Magazine We are very proud to be featured in North Dallas LIVING WELL Magazine’s November 2014 Digital Newsletter. Enjoy this excerpt from our article. -
The Ashmore Law Firm Partners with Operation Shoebox The Ashmore Law Firm office members and the surrounding community collected candy that will be sent overseas to deployed service members. -
Rick & Lori Ashmore Peters Event Chairmen for Treasure Street The TX Scottish Rite Hospital’s signature event Treasure Street was chaired by Rick & Lori Ashmore Peters. Janie & Judge Joe Ashmore served as honorary chairmen -
Kim & Kanye tied the knot…but not before signing a Prenup Kim & Kayne consider their prenup “just a pre-marriage formality”. Every couple, no matter what amount of $$ they have, can benefit from a prenuptial agreement. -
Lori Ashmore Peters - Legal & Financial Planning Seminar Lori Ashmore Peters from The Ashmore Law Firm & Frances Gardner from Armor Wealth Management joint presentation on financial and legal planning. -
L'Wren Scott's Will reveals $9M estate goes to Mick Jagger L’Wren Scott was responsible for preparing a Last Will and Testament, which distributed her assets as she wanted. But who did her nonprobate assets go to? -
Using Mediation in a Divorce There are several benefits to mediation. It's less expensive than going to trial & it can help your divorce proceed uncontested which can save you thousands. -
Can I Write My Own Will News Article There is a type of Will that does not require you go to an attorney to prepare. It doesn't even require you have witnesses & it can be written on anything! -
Big D's Race Against Breast Cancer The Ashmore Law Firm in Dallas will provide free basic wills for breast cancer survivors and patients through the month of October.