Elsewhere on this site, I have discussed when estate planning is necessary, and what types of estate planning devices you may need. (See my posts on these topics ,here, ,here, and ,here.) In this post, I’ll discuss
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In Memory: Rod Ramsey
This past week there was sad news at the law office building where we work: Rod Ramsey, one of the attorneys at the office, unexpectedly died in a motorcycle accident.
Although Rod Ramsey and I had separate practices, we shared…
What Is the Difference Between Common Law and Civil Law?
A commonly searched query on Google is “What is the Difference between Common Law and Civil Law?”
The difference between common law and civil law does not generally affect most Americans in their everyday lives. Typically, my blog only discusses…
What's the Difference Between Guardianship and Adoption?
The short answer is: a guardianship is by nature temporary, but an adoption is permanent. I will explain this in more detail below.
Many clients ask about the difference between an adoption and a guardianship. While both adoptions and guardianships…
Estate Planning vs Wills vs Trusts: Know the Difference
Estate planning involves any planning related to the disposition of property after (and sometimes before) a person’s death. A will is a document where you specify how your property will de distributed after your death. A trust is a legal…
When a civil lawsuit threatens me, what should I do?
Don’t worry
First, a word from the Bible: Philippians 4:6 says,
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding,…
How Long Child Support Modification Takes
In a previous post I discussed how to get your child support reduced. In this post, I will explain how long it takes to modify child support. The rules and procedures I describe in this post will apply whether you…
What Happens If the Executor Does Not Probate the Will?
When someone writes a will, they typically name an executor – the person who is in charge of filing a probate of the will in court, managing the estate, paying the creditors, and distributing the estate to the heirs. But…
What Law Protects Against Civil Lawsuits?
If you have been sued, you may wonder: Is there a law that protects me from lawsuits?
In general, the law allows all people access to the courts and does not prohibit people from filing lawsuits. However, if someone files…
How to Get Guardianship of a Parent
As Americans get older, many people have an elderly or incapacitated parent who can no longer care for herself. If this is you, you may wonder: can I get legal guardianship over my parent? How do I protect my parent…