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Lippes Mathias LLP

Testamentary Guardianship: Safeguarding Your Child's Future Through Estate Planning

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Guardians are a type of fiduciary appointed for a minor child or individual determined incapacitated by the courts. When appointed by a Last Will and Testament (“Will”), they are commonly known as testamentary guardians....more

Burns & Levinson LLP

Do I Need to Nominate a Guardian for My Child or Pet?

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In the unfortunate situation where you are not available to care for your child or pet, it is prudent to plan ahead by nominating a guardian for your child and/or pet. Advance planning avoids potential court fights over...more

Holland & Hart LLP

Pitfalls of Naming Minors as Beneficiaries

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It is natural for clients to want to name their children or grandchildren to receive their assets after their death However, the naming of a beneficiary directly on an account, especially if they are a minor, can derail an...more

Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel, P.C.

10 Reasons to Create an Estate Plan Now

Many people think that estate plans are for someone else, not them. They may rationalize that they are too young or don't have enough money to reap the tax benefits of a plan. But as the following list makes clear, estate...more

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC

Estate Planning for Young Families

Proper estate planning for young families is essential, despite often being overlooked by both clients and attorneys. Many young families view their estate as being “simple” because in their minds they “don’t have much,” and...more

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