Business owners often face a bit of a dilemma. They can’t imagine themselves no longer being involved in the company and are reticent to hand the reins to someone else. Still, they want to see their economic legacy continue long into the future, supporting generations...
While caught up in divorce proceedings, it is easy to forget the importance of updating your estate plan. While it is likely that your spouse was the main beneficiary and fiduciary (person given legal responsibilities in your affairs) in your estate plan, it is...
By the time most of us reach the estate planning stage of life, the idea of putting money toward college savings is a distant memory. However, for individuals with young family members, such as grandchildren, this is worth reconsidering.The 529 college savings plan is...
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, your priorities change. Life becomes about supporting that individual to the best of your abilities, making sure they remain cared for, loved and protected. As the dementia progresses, your role may grow. Preparing for this...
A key decision when writing a will is the choice of who will serve as the personal representative of your estate after your death. The role of the personal representative – also called an executor – is to administer your estate, including wrapping up your...
Estate planning is beneficial for every individual. But the more assets you own, the more important it is to take a proactive approach. From tax obligations and probate, to medical decisions and family dynamics, estate planning provides loved ones clear answers to...
At our law firm, we represent families who have kids with a variety of disabilities. From the time of diagnosis, legal issues present themselves concerning asset management that will need to continue throughout the disabled child’s life to preserve their...
People with elderly parents or other senior relatives or friends must always be on the lookout for signs that someone may have taken advantage of their older loved ones in scams that can drain them of their money and assets. Some of these concerned Coloradans may be...
One of the main decisions in estate planning is what to leave to your children. Many Coloradans know almost automatically that they just want to split things equally. But even that is sometimes more complex than you might think. Potential for sibling dissension For...
For more than 50 years, the state of Colorado has provided early intervention (EI) services for children with developmental disabilities from birth to three years old. If your baby or toddler is showing behaviors or delays that concerns you, be sure to work with your...
