by msmyers | Oct 13, 2016 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Probate
Losing a spouse is one of the most difficult experiences you may encounter. In addition to the emotional pain and sorrow, legal and financial decisions must also be made. If you or someone you know is experiencing the loss of a spouse, please assure them that they...
by msmyers | Jan 28, 2016 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Probate
One of the most important duties of an executor serving under a decedent’s Last Will and Testament is to locate the beneficiaries named in the Will. The Executor must locate the beneficiaries, notify them of their beneficiary status under the Will, and...
by msmyers | Sep 4, 2015 | Elder Care, Estate Planning
For many clients, thinking about estate planning is about as enjoyable as scheduling a root canal. Thinking about death and making decisions in the event of later incapacity is difficult, stressful and often a process that many put off. On the other hand, making a...
by msmyers | Jan 3, 2015 | Elder Care, Estate Planning
An executor is named in a Will to manage the decedent’s affairs upon the decedent’s death. Before naming an executor or agreeing to serve in the role of an executor, there are a few things to you should know. An executor is given the responsibility of...
by msmyers | Oct 18, 2014 | Elder Care, Estate Planning
Our long, hot summer is now over and while we look ahead to the holidays, it is a good time to think about your future and, if you have children, their future. Do you have a Will? Does your Will reflect your current family situation? Have you already planned for the...
