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Estate Planning Uniform Electronic Wills Act

Estate Planning is a process where individuals prepare or plan for the settlement of their personal affairs in the event of incapacitation or death. Estate plans typically include provisions relating to the... more +
Estate Planning is a process where individuals prepare or plan for the settlement of their personal affairs in the event of incapacitation or death. Estate plans typically include provisions relating to the disposition of assets, guardianship of minor children, and appointment of representatives to make medical and financial decisions. Effective estate planning can decrease tax liability and facilitate the probate process.  less -
Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.

Behold the 21st Century Will: The E-Will!

A will is commonly drafted in a lawyer’s office in the presence of witnesses and a notary public. However, this scene is slowly changing with the rising popularity of electronic wills (e-wills). Before you choose to use an...more

McDermott Will & Emery

Remote Witnessing of Wills: A Step in the Right Direction

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The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the benefits of post-death planning, whilst also giving individuals the much-needed down-time to reflect on their wishes. This has brought about a flurry of requests for new wills to be...more

Ruder Ware

How Do You Create a Valid Will in Wisconsin?

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In our blog post on estate planning in the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic, Melissa Kampmann and I noted that it isn’t possible to create a valid will in Wisconsin without two witnesses, and it isn’t the best practice...more

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The COVID-19 Pandemic Raises the Importance of Understanding Whether and When Documents May be Signed Electronically and Witnessed...

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As millions of people are under mandatory or voluntary restrictions limiting their in-person interactions with others in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and are dependent more than ever on remote technology and virtual...more

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