Estate Law News

Many people are unaware that there is coverage to help families lay their loved ones to rest. Depending on your state, Medicaid may cover some funeral costs and [...]

Many power of attorney forms allow for a variety of options in designating who may act as your agent. Depending on the rules of your state, this can be one [...]

Choosing an executor is a big decision when it comes to estate planning. Here are three common questions about executors.

Powers of attorney can be overridden. However, the "who" and "how" depends on whether the principal is of sound mind.

If you are preparing a will, it is important to choose an executor you can trust, who is reliable, and who will take their role [...]

A charitable lead annuity trust (CLAT) is an estate planning tool whereby a person creates a trust that initially benefits a [...]

There are various benefits to creating a testamentary trust. This article discusses the benefits of adding a testamentary trust to your estate plan.

"Decedent" is a legal term that refers to a person who has died with unsatisfied legal obligations.

If you are considering engaging in estate planning or you may be inheriting assets, it is important to understand what the step-up in [...]

Although every state's laws and forms vary, most power of attorney forms specify that the agency relationship created by a power of [...]