The kids are growing up. Has your estate plan grown up with them? When many parents first create an estate plan, their children are young. The primary concerns are straightforward: Who would take care of my children if something happened to me? Who would manage their inheritance? How can I make sure they are protected? Those are important questions. But children don't stay children forever. Eventually, they graduate from high school, turn 18, go to college, start careers, get married and...

Most business owners are highly focused on growth, operations, and day-to-day problem solving. Less time is spent thinking about what would happen if the business had to function without them—temporarily or permanently. This article is designed to help business owners understand the key components of continuity planning so they can evaluate their own situation, whether or not they choose to work with an attorney. 1. Business Continuity Is Not One Thing A common misunderstanding is that...

Six months ago, we shared why it’s so important to make sure your trust is fully funded. Since then, we’ve unfortunately seen exactly...