If you have a loved one with special needs, setting up a trust for them can be the best way to ensure that their financial needs are met when you are gone. However, not all trusts are suited for this job. A special needs trust is what you need. Special needs trusts...
, is proud to announce that two of our attorneys, Marco Chayet and Tamara Trujillo, have been included in 5280 Magazine's list of Denver's Top Lawyers for 2023. Denver's legal community's picks Since 2014, 5280 Magazine has compiled a list...
You likely have some idea what estate planning is: the process of arranging your estate for the preparation for your passing. However, estate planning isn’t so simple. There are a lot of questions you may have. This is what you should know: 1. Do you need an estate...
Those who want to protect themselves and their families from unforeseeable emergencies often add living documents to their estate plans in addition to testamentary documents. For example, powers of attorney designations are beneficial for those who worry about who...
Two common ways of passing on assets to beneficiaries are through a will or a trust. While both options have advantages, a trust offers several unique benefits over a will. It is crucial to have such information when creating your estate plans to ensure you make the...
Creating a will is essential in ensuring that your assets and property are distributed according to your wishes after your death. However, despite your best intentions, there is always the risk that someone may contest your will, leading to a lengthy legal battle that...
When people create their estate plans, an advance medical directive is potentially one of the most important inclusions they can take advantage of. This document describes what treatment someone wants to receive and may even discuss the care providers or facilities...
Some people create estate plans to make sure their heirs/beneficiaries receive their fair share of an estate or monetary inheritance. However, many individuals don’t bother with establishing a will or trust. Only one out of three American adults have an estate plan....
Is this your first time making an estate plan? You will need to know what’s included in a basic yet comprehensive estate plan before forming a plan of action. The following are common features of an estate plan. An attorney can help you to customize your estate plan...
Incapacitation can occur due to illness, injury, or age-related cognitive decline, and it can leave you unable to make decisions about your health, finances and other crucial matters. Family members and loved ones may face difficulty making decisions on your behalf if...
