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WHAT DO LASAGNA & ESTATE PLANNING HAVE IN COMMON?

Oct 155 min read

WHAT DO LASAGNA & ESTATE PLANNING HAVE IN COMMON?

Have you ever heard horror stories about families fighting over Grandma's jewelry or getting stuck in a never-ending legal battle after...

USE ESTATE PLANNING TO AVOID ADULT GUARDIANSHIP-AND ELDER ABUSE – PART 2

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Oct 85 min read

USE ESTATE PLANNING TO AVOID ADULT GUARDIANSHIP-AND ELDER ABUSE – PART 2

In the first part of this series , we discussed how some professional adult guardians have used their powers to abuse the seniors placed...

USE ESTATE PLANNING TO AVOID ADULT GUARDIANSHIP – AND ELDER ABUSE-PART 1

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Oct 15 min read

USE ESTATE PLANNING TO AVOID ADULT GUARDIANSHIP – AND ELDER ABUSE-PART 1

Elder abuse can take a wide variety of forms, but we think the worst of the worst is caused by unscrupulous adult guardians appointed by...

YOUR RIGHTS AS THE PARENT OF A YOUNG ADULT - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN A MEDICAL CRISIS HITS

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Sep 243 min read

YOUR RIGHTS AS THE PARENT OF A YOUNG ADULT - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN A MEDICAL CRISIS HITS

As a parent, you are quite accustomed to managing your children's legal and medical affairs, as circumstances require. If your child...

REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST OR IRREVOABLE TRUST: WHICH ONE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Jeni Snider, Esq.

May 65 min read

REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST OR IRREVOABLE TRUST: WHICH ONE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

You’ve probably heard you need a trust to keep your family out of court and maybe out of conflict in the event of your death or...

A LIFETIME ASSET PROTECTION TRUST CAN SAFEGUARD YOUR CHILD'S INHERITANCE

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jan 165 min read

A LIFETIME ASSET PROTECTION TRUST CAN SAFEGUARD YOUR CHILD'S INHERITANCE

The benefits of a unique estate planning vehicle known as a Lifetime Asset Protection Trust (LAPT) is not just for the ultra-wealthy.......

WHY EVERYONE NEEDS TO KEEP THEIR ESTATE PLAN UPDATED

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Mar 21, 20233 min read

WHY EVERYONE NEEDS TO KEEP THEIR ESTATE PLAN UPDATED

As the world and its laws continue to evolve, everyone needs to keep their estate plans up to date. An estate plan is a set of documents,...

OBTAINING A POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR ELDERLY PARENTS

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Mar 14, 20235 min read

OBTAINING A POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR ELDERLY PARENTS

Making important decisions for aging parents can be a challenging task, but power of attorney (POA) can provide peace of mind and clarity...

4 COMMON MISTAKES MADE ON LIFE INSURANCE BENEFICIARY DESIGNATIONS

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jan 31, 20235 min read

4 COMMON MISTAKES MADE ON LIFE INSURANCE BENEFICIARY DESIGNATIONS

Investing in life insurance is a foundational part of estate planning, and when done right it’s a primary way to say “I love you” to your...

CREDITORS AND YOUR ESTATE PLAN: WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR DEBT WHEN YOU DIE?

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jan 24, 20235 min read

CREDITORS AND YOUR ESTATE PLAN: WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR DEBT WHEN YOU DIE?

In some cases, you could inadvertently leave a reality in which your surviving heirs—your kids, parents, or others—are responsible for...

WILL THE COMING WEALTH TRANSFER BE A BLESSING OR A CURSE FOR YOUR FAMILY?

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Jan 3, 20235 min read

WILL THE COMING WEALTH TRANSFER BE A BLESSING OR A CURSE FOR YOUR FAMILY?

Whether it’s called “The Great Wealth Transfer,” “The Silver Tsunami,” or some other catchy sounding name, it’s a fact that a tremendous...

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Nov 22, 20225 min read

TRUSTS & TAXES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

People are often curious — or confused — about the role trusts play in saving on taxes. Given how frequently this issue comes up, I will...

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DIGITAL ACCOUNTS AFTER YOUR DEATH—PART 3

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Nov 15, 20225 min read

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DIGITAL ACCOUNTS AFTER YOUR DEATH—PART 3

If you have preferences about what happens to your digital footprint after your death, you need to take action. Otherwise, your online...

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DIGITAL ACCOUNTS AFTER YOUR DEATH PART—2

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Nov 8, 20225 min read

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DIGITAL ACCOUNTS AFTER YOUR DEATH PART—2

If you have preferences about what happens to your digital footprint after your death, you need to take action. Otherwise, your online...

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DIGITAL ACCOUNTS AFTER YOUR DEATH — PART 1

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Oct 31, 20224 min read

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DIGITAL ACCOUNTS AFTER YOUR DEATH — PART 1

If you have preferences about what happens to your digital footprint after your death, you need to take action. Otherwise, your online...

ANNE HECHE DIES WITH CONFLICT AROUND HER WILL, LEAVING HER SONS & ESTATE IN LEGAL LIMBO—PART 2

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Oct 3, 20225 min read

ANNE HECHE DIES WITH CONFLICT AROUND HER WILL, LEAVING HER SONS & ESTATE IN LEGAL LIMBO—PART 2

Actress Anne Heche died this August following a tragic car accident, leaving behind two young sons: Homer Heche Laffoon, age 20, and...

ANNE HECHE DIES WITH CONFLICT AROUND HER WILL, LEAVING HER SONS & ESTATE IN LEGAL LIMBO—PART 1

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Sep 26, 20226 min read

ANNE HECHE DIES WITH CONFLICT AROUND HER WILL, LEAVING HER SONS & ESTATE IN LEGAL LIMBO—PART 1

Actress Anne Heche died this August following a tragic car accident in which she plowed her vehicle into a West Los Angeles home, where...

WHAT YOUR LAST WILL & TESTAMENT WILL (AND WILL NOT) DO—PART 2

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Aug 29, 20226 min read

WHAT YOUR LAST WILL & TESTAMENT WILL (AND WILL NOT) DO—PART 2

August is “National Make-A-Will Month,” and if you have already prepared your will, congratulations—too few Americans have taken this key...

WHAT YOUR LAST WILL & TESTAMENT WILL (AND WILL NOT) DO—PART 1

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Aug 22, 20224 min read

WHAT YOUR LAST WILL & TESTAMENT WILL (AND WILL NOT) DO—PART 1

August is “National Make-A-Will Month,” and if you have already prepared your will, congratulations—too few Americans have taken this key...

2022 ESTATE PLANNING CHECKUP: IS YOUR ESTATE PLAN UP TO DATE?

Jeni Snider, Esq.

Aug 1, 20225 min read

2022 ESTATE PLANNING CHECKUP: IS YOUR ESTATE PLAN UP TO DATE?

Even if you put a totally solid estate plan in place, it can turn out to be worthless for the people you love if it’s not regularly...

WHAT DO LASAGNA & ESTATE PLANNING HAVE IN COMMON?

Oct 15

USE ESTATE PLANNING TO AVOID ADULT GUARDIANSHIP-AND ELDER ABUSE – PART 2

Oct 8

USE ESTATE PLANNING TO AVOID ADULT GUARDIANSHIP – AND ELDER ABUSE-PART 1

Oct 1

Estate Planning For the Modern Family

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