When planning for the future of a loved one with disabilities, ensuring financial security without jeopardizing eligibility for essential government benefits is of the utmost importance. Two key tools to consider are Special Needs Trusts (SNTs) and ABLE accounts. While both serve to protect and manage funds for individuals with disabilities, their structures, benefits, and…
Continue reading…Providing for a Special Needs Child in Your Estate
Every parent worries about what will happen to their children after they die. This is particularly true for parents of special needs children, for whom there is unfortunately not always assurance of financial security. The good news is that parents of special needs children have an estate planning option at their disposal to provide some…
Continue reading…Will or Won’t? Things a Will Won’t (or Can’t) Do
A Minnesota Estate Planning Lawyer Explains the Limitations of Using a Will to Handle Your Estate Wills offer many benefits and are an important part of any estate plan, regardless of how much property you have. Your will can ensure that after death your property will be given to the loved ones you designate. If…
Continue reading…Estate Planning: Leaving Assets to a ‘Troubled’ Heir
A Minnesota Estate Planning Attorney Discusses Complex Estate Planning Techniques If you have a child who is addicted to drugs or alcohol, or who is financially irresponsible, you already know the heartbreak associated with trying to help that child make healthy decisions. Perhaps your other adult children are living independent lives, but this child still…
Continue reading…What’s in a Name, Part 2: Introducing Unique Estate Law
You may have noticed a slight change in my firm name. Unique Family Law is now known as Unique Estate Law. I have always focused on unique families and continue that passion. My new firm name better explains what I do for your unique family. I focus on estate planning, probate and adoption – building…
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