When a client calls and asks, "why do we need a power of attorney?" our answer always starts with the truth - that having a power of attorney can avoid additional time, cost and pain in the future … [Read more...]
Congratulations graduate! Now it’s time to consider a power of attorney and an advanced medical directive.
posted on June 1, 2022
Your child has graduated high school - and while your child will always be your baby - if your child is about to turn eighteen (18), the fact rains that they will soon be adults in the eyes of the … [Read more...]
Special Needs Trusts
posted on May 5, 2022
When establishing an estate plan, questions often arise about how to best plan for loved ones suffering from mental illness. Whether that loved one is dealing with a mental disability, a psychiatric … [Read more...]
Mental Health and Medical Directives – The Psychiatric Advance Directive
posted on May 1, 2022
When putting together an advanced medical directive in Virginia - it is very common for clients to focus on end of life wishes. However, when having these discussions it is just as important to … [Read more...]
Beneficiary Forms in Estate Planning: Primary and Contingent Beneficiaries
posted on August 6, 2021
As we have previously discussed, one of the most important gifts you can leave your loved ones is to put a comprehensive estate plan in place. In addition to putting wills, trusts and other estate … [Read more...]
Advanced Medical Directive: What is it?
posted on October 14, 2020
What is an advanced medical directive? Why do I need one? This is a question that we hear a lot. In it's simplest form, it is a document that outlines what you want to happen in certain medical … [Read more...]
Estate planning after relocation. Is an out of state will valid in Virginia?
posted on April 28, 2020
Life is full of so many unexpected and exciting events-marriage, birth of a child, career changes and often relocation. With a big move from one state to another, many tend to take necessary steps … [Read more...]
Adult Guardianship and Conservatorship in Virginia: What? Who? When? Where? How?
posted on February 13, 2020
Guardianship and conservatorship in Virginia is a legal option for individuals looking to care for adults that need the help of others for care and management of their finances. The purpose of this … [Read more...]
Do I need a will, a living revocable trust or both?
posted on November 19, 2019
A common question in an estate initial consultation is whether or not the client needs a will, a living revocable trust or both. As with all legal issues, the response is - it depends. A will is a … [Read more...]
