Attorney Spotlight: Lasca Arnold Pendley As a young girl growing up in the San Antonio area, Lasca Arnold Pendley didn’t always understand exactly what her parents discussed every time they sat down for an annual meeting with their estate planning attorney. What she...
In many ways, the term “estate planning” is a misnomer. Though well-intentioned, it leads most people to believe it is all about money and taxes when, in reality, proper estate planning is really about protecting you and your loved ones. So regardless of the size of...
Most of us have heard at least one or two stories about the difficulties of navigating the probate process. It is like a complex puzzle with a million pieces that must be expertly managed to ensure everything fits exactly where it is supposed to. And the experience is...
A recent AARP study shows that 77% of adults 50 and older want to remain in their homes for the long-term — even as their health declines and it becomes increasingly apparent that they will eventually need some form of assistance from friends and family. Essentially,...
Mary is our probate clerk. She lights up every room with an infectious smile and personality. “Being with people is good medicine,” Mary said. “The way I look at it is like this: it is easier to be positive than negative, and I always try to keep that in mind as I...
When a person becomes incapacitated mentally or physically and needs legal protection, many families do not have a clearly-defined set of instructions from that loved one on what to do next. As a result, they rely on the court system to have a guardian appointed. And...
