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Role of the Successor Trustee

December 28, 2015 Trusts

When creating a trust, it is common practice that the person doing the estate planning will name themselves as trustee and will appoint a successor trustee to handle matters once they pass on.  If you have been named successor trustee for a person that has died, it is important that […]

What would happen if another child is born after establishing an estate plan?

December 14, 2015 Estate Planning with Minor Children

This question presents a fairly common issue posed to estate planning attorneys. The solution is also pretty easy to address in your will, trust and other estate planning documents, including any guardianship appointment for your minor children. First, its important to note that you should not delay establishing an estate […]

When Will I Receive My Inheritance?

November 16, 2015 Probate

If you’ve been named a beneficiary in a loved one’s estate plan, you’ve likely wondered how long it will take to receive your share of the inheritance after his or her passing.  Unfortunately, there’s no hard or and fast rule that allows an estate planning attorney to answer this question. […]