Why Put a Power of Attorney in Place?
Why do people put off estate planning? Well, there are a number of answers to this question. Some don’t think it is very important. Others are uncomfortable confronting the topic ...
Creating a Plan for Business Transfer
Anyone who runs a business knows that it more than a full-time job. It can take up much time and energy managing the daily operational tasks. It is important though ...
What is Life Care Planning?
You may be familiar with the term Estate Planning, but have you heard of Life Care Planning? While different from Estate Planning in many ways, Life Care Planning is very ...
When is a Will Beneficiary Notified?
After the death of a loved one, there will likely be difficult emotions to process. There are also logistics to move through, such as the burial, funeral, and other arrangements. ...
Heirs with Money Management Issues
Estate planning is about many things, including protecting and providing for your family even after you are gone. As you start the planning process, you may reflect on the people ...
Dying Intestate
Like other states, New Jersey has laws in place that come into effect when a person dies without a will. These laws are known as “intestacy” laws as a person ...
What are you Responsible for in a Guardianship?
A guardianship is not put in place lightly, but it is sometimes necessary in order to protect the rights, person, and property of an incapacitated individual. In a guardianship, the ...
What Happens In a Will Contest Action?
Let’s face it. Things can get messy and complicated after the death of a loved one. Emotions often run high. People are stressed. Families will have to confront some difficult ...
What to Bring to Your Initial Estate Planning Meeting
The prospect of putting together your estate plan can seem overwhelming, particularly if it is your first time doing so. There will be terminology to understand and information to gather, ...
What is Trust Administration?
Trusts are valuable estate planning tools for a number of reasons. Most especially, a trust can allow you to circumvent the need for probate, either in whole or in part. ...