Join Kent Berk at the Arizona Fiduciaries Association’s Annual Spring Conference, where Kent will be speaking alongside the Honorable David Gass, Chief Judge, Arizona Court of Appeals, Div. 1, and ethics attorney, Lynda Shely, regarding best practices for use of
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Top 10 Red Flags: Is Your Personal Representative Misbehaving?
Power in the wrong hands can lead to chaos, and some personal representatives take full advantage. When misconduct creeps in, beneficiaries lose money, time, and peace of mind. If something feels off, don’t ignore it—watch for these top 10 signs
10 Key Tasks When a Loved One Becomes Incapacitated in Arizona
When a loved one becomes incapacitated, the uncertainty can feel confusing and daunting. Knowing the right steps to take can mean the difference between chaos and control. Below are the ten critical actions (and a bonus tip) you should
A Cautionary Tale: Estate of Rivenburg
The Estate of Rivenburg case , though decided in Oklahoma, offers a nuanced illustration of how courts analyze fraud and undue influence, providing insights that can be relevant to similar cases under Arizona law, particularly in understanding how evidence
Understanding the Difference Between Fraud and Undue Influence in Estate Planning: An Arizona Perspective
Creating Video and Other Content with AI: A Comparison of InVideo, Vyond, and Canva
Creating video content can be a powerful part of any legal practice, helping to train employees, connect with clients, explain complex legal concepts, and market services. Using AI, creating powerful video content is now quick and easy.
Based on our
More than Just a Brain Teaser: Capacity in Arizona – From Wills to Marriage
Let’s face it: not every legal issue is created equal. Whether it’s deciding who gets your vintage wine collection or whether you can still marry your high school sweetheart, capacity matters. And no, we’re not talking about your capacity to
Understanding Conditional Wills in Arizona: A Case Study
Imagine you are suddenly hospitalized and waiting to undergo an emergency surgery that you may not survive. You then realize you never prepared a will and are left scrambling to put something together. You grab a pen and start writing
ARIZONA SENATE BILL 1309: Mental Health Evaluations and Treatment
Berk Law Group actively monitors legal changes affecting our clients, particularly those involving mentally incapacitated individuals. Recently, we reviewed Senate Bill 1309, which amends the Arizona statutes regarding mental health evaluation and treatments.
The bill clarifies and streamlines
How We Built a Robust Custom Private GPT Employee Knowledge Base and Training Program in About Two Weeks
Partner: “Here’s a matter/issue, go figure it out.” New Associate: “Uhm, okay.” The Associate walks away wondering whether they should have accepted the position. They then spend the next three days just trying to figure out how to find the