Powers of attorney are critical tools in any estate plan. They allow individuals to address incapacity and avoid the complicated and expensive process of placing a person under guardianship. However, the commonly utilized Minnesota Statutory Short Form Power of Attorney may not offer sufficient “power” when it comes to estate planning. To combat this shortcoming, it is advisable to create
When considering elder law matters, we discuss your future and legacy. For this reason, if you’re looking to preserve your legacy and ensure you’ll be taken care of towards the end of your life, it’s paramount that you hire a seasoned elder law attorney to guide you through the process and to ensure all your bases are covered. Contact our
When a person dies, their Estate often has to go through probate. This blog deals with exactly how probate works here in Pennsylvania and how the seasoned Butler County probate attorneys from Heritage Elder Law can walk you through the process. What is Probate? Probate refers to the legal process in which a person’s will, once they pass away, is
Everyone needs to create a comprehensive estate plan in their lifetime. This article focuses on some of the most important estate planning documents and how a seasoned legal team can help you craft them to best suit your needs. Do I Need to Write a Will? It is recommended that you create a will to ensure that surviving family members
Beginning in March 2020, the governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, began issuing several executive orders to address COVID-19 aimed at protecting the health and safety of Texans intended to ensure an effective response to the public health crises that COVID-19 represented. These executive orders forced all attorneys to make significant changes to their day-to-day operations and practice. Estate planning attorneys
The passing of a loved one can lead to many complicated feelings and stressful situations—not the least of which is when conflicts arise between family members regarding inheritance. No one wants to deal with heated disagreements during a time of grieving. Still, when such situations come up, it’s best to make sure they’re handled appropriately before further strain is put
In almost every trust or probate litigation case, I tell my client that death and money can do bad things to good people. Unfortunately, this statement turns out to be true in just about every case. This type of litigation is a form of family law involving different family members such as siblings, parents, uncles, and other relatives fighting over
Texas is changing. A 2019 report by Texas Land Trends found that 83% of Texas lands are privately owned “working lands,” i.e. lands utilized for ranching and agriculture. Such lands provide vital wildlife habitat and incalculable aesthetic value. The study found that between 1997 and 2012 roughly 1.1 million acres of working lands were converted to other uses, such as
Illinois residents will have a new Illinois Trust Code that replaces the Illinois Trusts and Trustees Act. The new legislation has a few notable changes concerning fiduciaries. The new code goes into effect on January 1, 2020 and for the most part adheres to the Uniform Trust Code (UTC) which has been enacted in 33 other states and D.C. However,
Every adult should have a will regardless of age, marital status, or net worth. This is a document that appoints the right people to make sure your wishes are accomplished and your assets pass to those you care about. However, many people don’t realize that the way in which an asset is titled is just as important as the document
Powers of attorney are critical tools in any estate plan. They allow individuals to address incapacity and avoid the complicated and expensive process of placing a person under guardianship. However, the commonly utilized Minnesota Statutory Short Form Power of Attorney may not offer sufficient “power” when it comes to estate planning. To combat this shortcoming, it is advisable to create
When considering elder law matters, we discuss your future and legacy. For this reason, if you’re looking to preserve your legacy and ensure you’ll be taken care of towards the end of your life, it’s paramount that you hire a seasoned elder law attorney to guide you through the process and to ensure all your bases are covered. Contact our
When a person dies, their Estate often has to go through probate. This blog deals with exactly how probate works here in Pennsylvania and how the seasoned Butler County probate attorneys from Heritage Elder Law can walk you through the process. What is Probate? Probate refers to the legal process in which a person’s will, once they pass away, is
Everyone needs to create a comprehensive estate plan in their lifetime. This article focuses on some of the most important estate planning documents and how a seasoned legal team can help you craft them to best suit your needs. Do I Need to Write a Will? It is recommended that you create a will to ensure that surviving family members
Beginning in March 2020, the governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, began issuing several executive orders to address COVID-19 aimed at protecting the health and safety of Texans intended to ensure an effective response to the public health crises that COVID-19 represented. These executive orders forced all attorneys to make significant changes to their day-to-day operations and practice. Estate planning attorneys
The passing of a loved one can lead to many complicated feelings and stressful situations—not the least of which is when conflicts arise between family members regarding inheritance. No one wants to deal with heated disagreements during a time of grieving. Still, when such situations come up, it’s best to make sure they’re handled appropriately before further strain is put
In almost every trust or probate litigation case, I tell my client that death and money can do bad things to good people. Unfortunately, this statement turns out to be true in just about every case. This type of litigation is a form of family law involving different family members such as siblings, parents, uncles, and other relatives fighting over
Texas is changing. A 2019 report by Texas Land Trends found that 83% of Texas lands are privately owned “working lands,” i.e. lands utilized for ranching and agriculture. Such lands provide vital wildlife habitat and incalculable aesthetic value. The study found that between 1997 and 2012 roughly 1.1 million acres of working lands were converted to other uses, such as
Illinois residents will have a new Illinois Trust Code that replaces the Illinois Trusts and Trustees Act. The new legislation has a few notable changes concerning fiduciaries. The new code goes into effect on January 1, 2020 and for the most part adheres to the Uniform Trust Code (UTC) which has been enacted in 33 other states and D.C. However,
Every adult should have a will regardless of age, marital status, or net worth. This is a document that appoints the right people to make sure your wishes are accomplished and your assets pass to those you care about. However, many people don’t realize that the way in which an asset is titled is just as important as the document
