Many estate plans focus on what happens when someone dies. Testators draft wills to designate beneficiaries who can inherit their assets or nominate someone to serve as the guardian of their children. The best estate plans are more robust and address a variety of...
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Protecting your child’s inheritance from a potential divorce
Whether your adult child is in a serious relationship or not, it’s never too early to bring up the subject of prenuptial agreements – especially if you plan to leave them considerable assets when you pass away. People who marry when they’re in their 20s or even later...
The impact of taxes and debts on an estate
Individuals who engage in estate planning often have specific wishes they hope to achieve. For example, they may want to leave as much property as possible for a spouse, child or grandchild. Many people dream of their resources having a positive impact on their loved...
When do power of attorney documents lose their authority?
An Arizona estate plan typically includes documents that dictate a person’s wishes for distribution of their property after their death, such as a Last Will and Testament or Living Trust. However, the most thorough and useful estate plans typically also include...
Why a power of attorney is essential to any estate plan
A power of attorney is one of the most valuable tools you can add to an estate plan. The basic principle involves transferring legal authority to a specific individual in a particular scenario in the event you cannot make decisions on your own. One such example is...
Do I need the original estate planning documents?
It is always best practice to keep your Last Will and Testament in a safe place and to make sure that your designated Personal Representative knows where to find it.
The Healthcare Power Of Attorney And Living Will
The purpose of this article is to explain what a Healthcare Power of Attorney and Living Will are and why you should consider including these tools as a part of your estate plan. What Is A Healthcare Power Of Attorney And Living Will? A Healthcare Power of Attorney is...
The Durable Power Of Attorney
The purpose of this article is to provide a general overview of the Durable Power of Attorney document. The Durable Power of Attorney, also known as the Financial Power of Attorney, allows you to designate someone to act on your behalf in making financial decisions if...
Why Should I Have A Last Will And Testament?
The purpose of this article is to cover the basics of what a Last Will and Testament is and why you should consider having one as part of your estate plan. A Last Will and Testament, also known simply as a “will,” is a legal instrument that directs how the affairs and...
Roses are Red, Nuedexta is Too, So a POA’s the Thing to Do
Arizona Elder Law Attorneys and the general public have been watching developments in the unfolding story about the drug Nuedexta and its use in nursing homes. As reported here [http://www.cnn.com/2017/10/12/health/nuedexta-nursing-homes-invs/index.html] by CNN,...
