The Legacy Interview
Many people think of Estate Planning mostly in terms of preserving and passing on their money and property to their families. The…
Tell Them Who You Are and Help Them Remember!
“Who are those people in my guest room closet?” The question was intriguing, and the answer required many hours of research. Boxes…
Stuff to Avoid When Possible: Adult Guardianships by Gretchen Benolken, Of Counsel
Adult guardianships come in different sizes and shapes, and they are definitely not a one-size-fits-all item. Some things they all have in…
The Most Important Thing You Can Do For Your Aging Parents
How to Ensure Your Parents Don’t Lose Their Home, Bank Accounts, and Assets to Long-Term Care Costs A friend relayed a story…
How to Choose Your Executor
Whether your estate is large or small, simple or complex, you want to choose wisely who will handle the affairs of your…
Smart Plans for College Students
Starting college is a big deal for students and their parents. Students are taking on a fairly long commitment to their education…
Trip of a Lifetime
My family and I spent a couple of wonderful weeks in Israel and Germany in June. Seeing these two countries on the…
Choosing When and How to Give
Even before the college loans are paid, wise young workers are already saving for retirement. The number one concern for their senior…
It is Spring, and We are Growing!
Welcome Gretchen A. Benolken, the newest member of our practice! Gretchen A. Benolken is an experienced attorney with a great reputation and…
How Much Privacy Do You Want?
Each culture has its own customs regarding how much and what sorts of information individuals share with others. Even within broad areas…