Life insurance policy benefits are a financial lifeline, offering peace of mind and security for your loved ones. These valuable assets provide a safety net for your family’s financial stability when you’re no longer there to support them. You’ve worked hard to secure these benefits, and you deserve the assurance that they’ll be there when needed most. But what happens if creditors come knocking? Life insurance creditor protection may seem complex, but there are plenty of ways to protect yourself before and after creditors come knocking. In MOST Cases, Your Life Insurance Policy Benefits Are Protected Good news! In the vast majority of situations, your life insurance proceeds are shielded from creditors’ grasp. This protection stems from various state and federal laws designed to safeguard your beneficiaries’ financial future. Most life insurance policies are considered exempt assets, meaning they’re off-limits to creditors seeking repayment. This exemption often extends to both the death benefit and any cash value accumulated in the policy. So, you can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that, in most cases, your loved ones will receive the full benefit of your life insurance death benefits, regardless of any outstanding debts you may have. When Is My Life […]

Jacob Hippensteel

Jacob Hippensteel at McCarthy Law in Scottsdale | AZ

Jacob Hippensteel focuses his practice on consumer protection and business litigation.  Jacob regularly assists clients by ensuring that their rights as consumers are protected under Federal and State consumer protection laws. Jacob also represents…

Jacob Hippensteel at McCarthy Law in Scottsdale | AZ

Jacob Hippensteel focuses his practice on consumer protection and business litigation.  Jacob regularly assists clients by ensuring that their rights as consumers are protected under Federal and State consumer protection laws. Jacob also represents diverse business clients including restaurants, residential property management groups, and businesses within Arizona’s medical marijuana industry. Jacob regularly advises clients on a wide variety of issues, as well as protecting those client’s interests in federal and state courts.

Jacob received his law degree from Whittier Law School. During law school, Jacob excelled academically – graduating with honors and receiving CALI Excellence for the Future Awards in Business Associations, Business Associations Practicum, Business Transactions, and Evidence Law. Jacob was also a member of the Trial Advocacy Honors Board and competed nationally in both Trial Advocacy and Negotiation competitions.

Prior to attending law school, Jacob received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Grand Canyon University.  Jacob was a student-athlete at Grand Canyon, and a 4-year captain of the Men’s Lacrosse team.  Jacob occasionally gives back to his alma-matter by providing color commentary for GCUtv broadcasts of Men’s Lacrosse games.