While many people may discuss rising divorce rates, it may be a lesser-known fact that remarriages are also on the rise. Finding someone to share a new chapter of your life with can be a big change and an exciting one at that. As with many other big life changes, you should consider the impact…
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How to Challenge the Legal Validity of a Will
After the death of a loved one, emotions can run high. When you add in the expectations people may have for an inheritance, things can become quickly heated. You discover the decedent changed his will a few days prior to death. The new will conflicts with what the decedent told you. Due to the suspiciousness…
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Estate Planning Considerations for Those with Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s and their loved ones also face unique challenges in the future. It is a more common disease than some may think. The National Institute on Aging estimates that Alzheimer’s Disease impacts over 5.5 million Americans. The degenerative brain disease causes cognitive impairment that worsens over time. The nature of Alzheimer’s must be accounted for…
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Estate Planning Documents to Protect Your College Student
Back to school time is once again upon us. With the continuing spread of COVID-19, college campuses are either going fully virtual for classes or are opening campus with trepidation. Despite enforcement of CDC recommended safety precautions, no one can deny that going back to college this year has a new set of fears and…
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Mistakes to Avoid When Writing a Will
Estate planning puts important legal protections in place to secure a future you want for yourself and your family. A will is one of the most widely known types of estate planning documents. When it is properly utilized and drafted, a will can accomplish a variety of things beyond simply distributing your assets to your…
Continue reading…Estate and Gift Taxes
Estate planning, when done properly, looks at many different angles above and beyond simply discussing who you wish to leave assets to. For instance, considering the tax consequences of your estate is a responsible thing to do during the estate planning process. Estate taxes can be significant and may take out a sizeable chunk from…
Continue reading…Trust and Estate Mediations
A mediation is when a neutral third party, the “mediator,” aids disputing parties in reaching a resolution to the conflict through a structured, interactive process. There are many types of conflicts involving a trust or estate that benefit from being resolved through mediation. It does not matter whether or not the disagreement has risen to…
Continue reading…Make Estate Planning Your New Year’s Resolution!
Many of us made New Year’s resolutions at the start of 2019. Many times, our resolutions involve improving our financial health, taking up a new hobby, or finally doing something we’ve put off for a long time. Why not combine all three and make your 2019 New Year’s resolution planning your estate? At Unique Estate…
Continue reading…Common Mistakes People Make When Estate Planning
At Unique Estate Law, we know that estate planning can seem complicated. If you try to do it on your own, without the benefit of an estate planning attorney, it usually is! However, even if you consult with an experienced estate planning attorney, there are some mistakes we, unfortunately, see people make when they begin…
Continue reading…Selecting a Trustee: What Are a Trustee’s Duties and Responsibilities?
A trust allows you to provide for others, and all trusts are managed by an individual known as a trustee. It is important to select an appropriate and responsible trustee to ensure your intent is carried out and that your loved ones and other beneficiaries are cared for. Here are some important things to keep…
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