Your Time to File for Probate Is Limited
Families navigating the aftermath of a loved one’s passing must act quickly. Probate deadlines are strict, and delays can jeopardize the estate’s smooth settlement.
October 16, 2025
Your Collection Needs to Be Part of Your Estate Plan
Your collection of baseball cards, Birkin handbags or aging Bordeaux may deliver hours of pleasure. It’s also an estate planner’s nightmare.
October 2, 2025
Older Couples Should Consider Premarital Agreement
A premarital agreement offers older couples a thoughtful way to protect assets, clarify financial expectations and strengthen trust before saying ‘I do.’
May 29, 2025
Navigating Probate for Out-of-State Properties can be Complex
Managing out-of-state property in probate often requires ancillary probate, which can add complexity and cost. However, using the right strategies to avoid ancillary probate can prevent these issues.
January 29, 2025
Locating Missing Assets is Essential in Probate
Tracking down missing assets is a crucial part of estate administration, ensuring that all property is accounted for and distributed according to the deceased’s wishes.
January 22, 2025
A Trust Only Works if it is Properly Funded
Creating a trust is only half the battle—funding it ensures that your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes.
January 9, 2025
What Art Collectors should know about Estate Planning
Protecting an art collection with estate planning ensures that its value and legacy are preserved for future generations.
December 18, 2024
Managing a Vehicle Title Transfer after a Loved One’s Passing
Understanding probate, gathering necessary documents and navigating state-specific processes can ensure smooth vehicle title transfers.
December 11, 2024
Testamentary Trust can Protect your Intellectual Property
When managing your estate, people often overlook intellectual property (IP). If you are an artist, inventor, or business owner, your IP can be one of your most valuable assets. Incorporating IP into your estate plan is crucial to ensure that it benefits your heirs, primarily through a testamentary trust. However, what is a testamentary trust, and how can it protect your intellectual property? What Is a Testamentary Trust? A testamentary trust is created as part of your will and only takes effect after you pass away. It allows you to name a trustee who will manage the trust’s assets, including…
November 4, 2024
The Safe way to Pass on Family Heirlooms
There are better—and often more creative—ways to plan and divide that can avoid family squabbles over cars, jewelry, furniture and household items.
August 30, 2023