There are two questions I hear the most: How can I make sure I’m not a burden on my family? And if I need long-term care, how do I pay for it without spending everything?
Archive | Estate Planning
Who You Gonna Call? And it’s Not the Ghostbusters
I recently received this email: Tracey, I have a new baby and am suddenly realizing that I don’t have a Will. My husband and I really need Wills – but we also really need to pick somebody who could take care of our son if something happened to us. But what do I need to […]
Things to Watch for in our Seniors this Holiday Season
The Holidays give a special opportunity to check in on the seniors in your life – and make sure that everything is going well. When you’re visiting mom or dad, or Great Aunt Agnes there are some things to look for to do a senior welfare check during the holiday season to verify they’re safe […]
I Don’t Have a Will Because… Reason #3
You know you need to take care of your estate planning and yet there are so many steps – steps you don’t even know what they are – you end up putting it off for months or years. Congratulations! You’re human!
I Don’t Have a Will Because… Reason #2
The second reason that people don’t have their Will done (or are putting it off) is because they feel they’re too young and just don’t need one yet.
I Don’t Have a Will Because… Reason #1
Nearly 70% of adults do not have any planning in place. Seventy percent! Think about that. I was curious why that number was so high. So, I did a super informal, highly unscientific survey to see if I could glean anything. I was amazed at the results!
Legal Needs for Your College Student – Part 3: Navigating Doctor-Patient Privacy
Your college student is enjoying life on campus – and hopefully attending classes! You’re the proud parent back home – checking in through texts and emails and Facebook – making sure your baby is happy, healthy, and at least occasionally eating something other than pizza! And you’re excited that all the habits and values you’ve […]
Legal Needs for Your College Student Part 2: Medical Decisions
It’s every parent’s worst nightmare: your child is injured or ill and you need to make the Big Decisions. You consult with doctors, you get second opinions, you talk with your child’s other parent and trusted family. You will do whatever it takes to make the best possible decisions for your child’s health, happiness, and […]
Legal Needs for Your College Student: Make Sure You Can Still Get Answers
Your little bird has flown the nest – and is safely installed as an adult on a college campus. No matter how big your baby is, you can still remember the moment you brought them home… You’ll always be a parent and they’ll always be your kid. You’re always there to do whatever it takes […]
Legal Industry is Evolving!
And we have a way for you to be part of it! I’ve long been a proponent of the idea that the legal industry should and must evolve. Many people are sick of hearing me say it, but I’ll say it again anyway. It’s not the 1800s anymore, why are attorneys still working with their […]
