FAQ No. 1: When Do I Need a Will?
It’s a new year – a good time to focus on the forest through the trees and answer my most frequently asked question. It’s also a time to remember and reexamine our highest callings, so I devoted some serious time…
5 Tips for Drama-Free Holiday Gatherings
Year after year, despite the burdensome preparations for hosts and crowded schedules of guests, families across the world come together to celebrate the holidays. Yet for many, attending or hosting a family gathering can feel like navigating a minefield. Families…
Empathy in Estate Planning: An Indispensable Ingredient
I once discussed helping clients open up about sensitive family dynamics and personal finances with another estate planning attorney. He said, “What’s the problem? Everything’s confidential.” He was both right – and wrong. A client’s communications with his or her…
Out-of-State Probate Tips
Losing a loved one is an emotional and life-changing experience. You might be tasked with the responsibility of settling the estate while also grieving your loss. It can be a challenging time in anyone's life. However, it becomes even more…
Why Moving Is So Hard for People with Dementia
Decisions about moving into assisted living facilities are never easy. However, when your elderly parent or grandparent is struggling with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, they can be particularly challenging. Challenges of Moving with Dementia For those with dementia,…
Sandwich Generation Caregivers: Four Ways to Maintain Independence
Taking on the task of caregiver for an older or dependent adult can be challenging and stressful. But it can also be rewarding, because knowing you’re enhancing your loved one’s quality of life is a good feeling. However, the burden…
