Posts Tagged ‘basic documents’
The Good Executor
This is a re-publication and update of an article I wrote that originally appeared here. Why “Executor” The title “Executor” is commonly used to refer to a person who administers the estate of a deceased person. In Latin, an Executor is always a male. The female counterpart is an “Executrix.” Gender specific titles can be…
Read MoreLiving Will Best Way Out
A Living Will is generally the last document a person uses in their life. A Living Will may or may not contain or be used in connection with a “DNR” or Medical Directive. When the Living Will is invoked, someone is checking out for good. That is typically not a laughing matter. Recently, a client…
Read MoreBasic Documents – Legal Services
Basic Documents Basic Documents – Legal Services are the foundation of all Estate Planning. With few exceptions, everyone over the age of 18 should implement these documents. Such Basic Documents designate emergency medical and legal decision makers. Implementing Basic Documents is a key element of “proactive law” – where solutions are put in place before…
Read MoreTo Tell or Not to Tell Your Children About Your Estate
To tell or not to tell your children, are they ready? What should you tell your children about your estate? How much do you tell them about your personal or business finances? How much do they need to know? How much of it is simply none-of-their-business? These are questions we hear often. Parents want guidance…
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