“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” Benjamin Franklin’s oft-quoted adage rings all too true when considering estate planning. Topics such as drafting a will or choosing a power of attorney, which often simmer on the back burner, can quickly come to a head...
You’re getting divorced. That process alone is stressful, taking lots of time and energy. Then you experience a medical episode and are incapacitated. Now, the person you are divorcing is suddenly in control of your assets and your children. This is a preventable...
A carefully drafted premarital agreement can help create a culture of talking about money and financial openness in a marriage. It can also provide a framework for an amicable separation of the parties, in the unfortunate event of divorce.
“… but in this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” – Benjamin Franklin. No truer words are spoken in the case of inheritance tax, although not every state has it. And if you're wondering, "Does Nebraska have an inheritance tax?" Yes,...
Recent hearings highlighting the establishment and ongoing conservatorship for Britney Spears have thrust into the limelight this legal process, which is most often kept more private. But what is conservatorship of a person?
"What is a trust, and why do I need one?" We hear this question a lot, so let's address the basics. Trusts are important to ensure your beneficiaries will receive any inheritance without any problems. Trusts can also help protect your assets and eliminate probate time...
At Hightower Reff Law, we start with three basic questions to begin the discussion of the administration of an estate. The answers to these three questions guide the process of the administration of your estate and help ensure that your ultimate wishes are carried out.
When choosing a power of attorney, guardian and/or conservator (your “agent”), there are several factors that you should consider before signing on the dotted line to choose your agent. Here are the top three things to consider when choosing a decision-maker for yourself if it ever becomes necessary in the future.
With all the uncertainty in the last several weeks, it is important to have clarity and peace of mind where you can. Here are the top things to know about creating an estate plan during the coronavirus crisis to make sure your wishes are known should something happen...
When estate planning, trusts can help protect your assets and avoid taxes. But what kind of trust is best for you? Here’s why you should talk with an experienced trust and estate planning attorney to help determine which trust is right for you.