A guardianship or conservatorship is a legal arrangement for individuals with developmental disabilities who are unable to make important decisions or care for themselves as adults. Establishing a legal guardian is the job of the court, which appoints a person… Read more »
Month: April 2023
Probate: What You Need to Know
The right estate planning can minimize or eliminate probate, but sometimes it’s necessary, despite the stigma associated with it. In reality, most heirs will have to navigate the probate process to some degree after losing a loved one. Understanding what… Read more »
The Process of Obtaining Guardianship Over an Elderly Parent
Guardianship usually conjures up images of minor children in the hands of a responsible adult. However, you can employ the process to obtain legal rights over elderly or aging adults, usually, parents, who are losing their physical and mental health… Read more »
The Difference Between Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts
For estate planning purposes, revocable and irrevocable trusts are the most common types. While there is some similarity, these two major categories of trusts have different purposes in your estate plan. Both can substitute for a last will and testament… Read more »