Memorial to My Parents
Column: The Passing Scene By: Dennis M. Patrick Date: May 20, 2022 Memorial to My Parents Memorial Day traditionally honors the memory…
10 Recommended Books for Alzheimer’s Patients and Their Caregivers
Alzheimer’s disease is a cruel, life-changing illness that no one should have to endure. For the person receiving the diagnosis, there are…
Estate Plan Case Study: Bob and Betty
We talk all the time about the importance of getting to know the individuals and families we work with. Simply put, doing…
Estate Planning: How Can I Ensure My Son’s Spouse Cannot Gain Access to His Inheritance?
We have seen plenty of times that not every family dynamic is drama-free. Sometimes, siblings cannot get along, and parents crafting their…
“I Am Too Young for Estate Planning.” No, You Are Not
I was having lunch with a few friends last week, and one of them brought her sweet daughter along for the ride….
What if What You Want Will Cause Your Family to Fight?
Someone recently asked me to share a lesson or two that I learned early on as an estate planning and elder law attorney…
When it Comes to Estate Planning, it is OK That Your Family Isn’t Perfect
Your family is not perfect. And I do not mean that to be rude because, if we are being honest here, no…
Estate Planning: Don’t Obsess Over How to Be Fair
My grandmother obsessed with fairness, and when it came to her five grandchildren. She literally kept a log (right down to the…
Estate Planning: What to Look For In Your Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney
When someone comes to us for the first time, and it is clear they are evaluating estate planning and elder law attorneys,…
Staying Prepared When One of You is Left Behind: Benefits of Pre-Planning a Funeral
It can be extremely challenging to get most people to talk about death. And for good reason — no one wants to…