Social Security and Spousal Maintenance
How Much Social Security Does an Ex Spouse Get? We all look forward to the day when we can retire. We work hard, follow our estate plan, save, and make sure that we have a realistic and stable plan to reach our goals. Social Security is an important part of the retirement plan for most […]
Am I Entitled to My Spouse’s Inheritance?
The end of a marriage is never an easy time. Even the most amicable of divorces will require both parties to handle some challenging emotions. In addition to the emotional difficulties, the parties face financial and logistical challenges. The spouses will need to understand and properly follow the appropriate steps to file for divorce and […]
Silver Divorce: Specialized Legal Support and Guidance
It is no secret that the divorce rate in the United States has risen over the last few years. What is surprising to some, however, is that the divorce rate is not only increasing among young couples, but is increasing also among long-term marriages. What Is “Gray Divorce?” The number of divorces for those over 50 years […]
Fighting a Claim for Spousal Maintenance
Divorce is a difficult time for everyone involved. Divorce involves a substantial amount of emotional trauma, even when the case is relatively amicable and the parties are able to reach an agreement on all of the issues. In addition to the emotional upheaval, divorce is also typically a very difficult time for the parties in terms […]
Tips for Disentangling Your Finances During Divorce
Divorce is a time of chaos and upheaval. For most people, divorce is a watershed moment, where everything can be measured as what comes “before” and what comes “after.” Divorce is obviously an emotionally difficult time, but it is also financially stressful. During marriage, most people use the financial resources and income of both spouses […]
Amending or Changing a Trust
There are many ways you can plan for your future and help achieve your goals and those of your family. Estate planning is a crucial step on the road to financial health and providing for your family both during your life and after you are gone. No two estate plans are alike, as no two […]
Testamentary Trust Legal Services and Expert Guidance
One of the best ways to help ensure stability for your family is to plan for the future. An essential component of that plan is a solid estate plan. Estate plans can help you distribute your assets, arrange for important healthcare decisions, and even nominate a person to care for your child in the event […]
Should My Family Pay My Bills When I Die?
After you pass away, your loved ones and family members will need to deal with their grief and emotions. Unfortunately, they will also need to handle important administrative and legal matters. In the vast majority of cases, a person leaves behind more than just real estate and personal keepsakes after he or she dies; there […]
How Much Does Probate Cost?
Most people spend most of their lives doing their best to avoid having to get involved in any court case. Unfortunately, there are some situations that require court intervention. Probate is often one of these. It is not unusual to hear about friends and family members getting tangled up in long probate cases, and there is […]
Who Gets Notice of a Probate Case?
Civil law suits have a variety of administrative and procedural requirements. Failure to adhere to these requirements can result in a favorable judgment being overturned and the whole case having to start over. Probate is no exception to this. There are important steps that must be taken and rules that must be followed or the […]
