What Every Stepfather Should Know About Protecting His Legacy
He shows up for every game, knows the bedtime routine by heart, and considers these children his family. The children consider him theirs. But under the law, he doesn’t exist as a parent at all. This Father’s Day, here is what every stepfather and father figure needs to know. Read more…
Why Naming a Guardian in Your Will Isn’t Enough
You’ve thought about who would raise your children if something happened to you. But thinking about it and actually naming someone in a legal document are two very different things. If your family doesn’t have an answer in writing, and something unexpected happens to you, a judge who has never met you or your children […]
How a Spouse’s Death Can Quietly Reshape Your Tax Future
When a spouse dies, most surviving partners expect grief. They do not expect a tax bill. The “widow penalty” is a real and largely unrecognized consequence of losing a spouse that can cost a surviving partner thousands of dollars more every year in taxes and Medicare premiums, at the worst possible moment in their life. […]
The Document That Fails When You Need It Most
You signed the Power of Attorney (POA). You thought your family was protected. But when a parent or spouse loses capacity, that document you trusted may get rejected at the very bank where you need it most, and your family may not have time to fight it. As your Personal Family Lawyer®, this is exactly […]
Her Husband Died Without a Will. Then ICE Came to the Door.
You may think estate planning is about who gets what after you die. It is also about who stays safe, housed, informed, and protected in the days after a loss. The reported story of Marie-Thérèse Ross-Mahé shows how grief can turn into legal chaos when a family is left without a clear plan. Read more…
10 Guardian Mistakes That Could Put Your Kids at Risk (And How to Do It Right)
Naming guardians in your will isn’t enough to fully protect your children if something happens to you. Discover the 10 most common guardianship mistakes parents make and how a comprehensive Kids Protection Plan® can provide complete peace of mind.
An Ethical Will: Sharing Your Values and Wisdom
An ethical will shares your values, wisdom, and hopes with loved ones—a lasting gift of guidance and connection. Learn how to create yours today!