Posts by Susan Sandys
Power of Attorney Dementia Law
Coming to grips with the reality of aging relatives can be particularly painful, especially if mom or dad’s mental capacity begins to dwindle. Caring for parents who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can be physically and mentally taxing. There are a number of legal documents that may be a part of your…
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Common Types of Wills?
When most people hear the word “will,” they usually envision a last will and testament. What they might not realize until they speak with an estate planning attorney is that there are many different types of wills. In fact, plenty of estate planning clients are surprised by how numerous their will options are. Last Will…
Read MoreLegal Guardianship in Arizona
A court-appointed guardian is needed when a person is physically or mentally incapable of caring for themselves. Parents of children with disabilities need to go through this process when their minor child is about to turn 18 in order to continue caring for them once they become legal adults. Your child is known as the…
Read MoreIncapacity Planning in Arizona
Estate planning involves more than thinking about what happens to your property when you die. This is only one piece of the puzzle. It is equally, if not more, important to consider incapacity planning to ensure that your family members are able to take care of you when you are no longer able to take…
Read MoreWhat Happens to a Family Trust in a Divorce
Despite our best plans, life often has a way of throwing curveballs at us, especially when it comes to divorce. Property, including your estate, will need to be divided, which can get messy. Here are considerations to keep in mind regarding how divorce affects a family trust. Keep in mind that the court orders and…
Read MoreInheritance Rights of Siblings
Family dynamics, especially sibling rivalry, can be particularly daunting, especially when dealing with the often sensitive topic of inheritance. Here are some things you should take into consideration when it comes to siblings and inheritances, especially if you are parents deciding how to distribute your estate, or a sibling concerned with receiving your fair share.…
Read MoreHow to Leave a Legacy
At some point in everyone’s life, we begin to understand that our time on earth is limited. Whether it’s the birth of a child, or the death of a parent or loved one, we start to think about leaving a legacy for our children and grandchildren after we’re gone. Related article: Top 5 Life Events…
Read MoreCommon Errors in a DIY Will
Understandably, many people look to cut costs by completing do it yourself legal documents, including wills. Unfortunately, online services do not measure up when compared to working with a professional estate planning lawyer. With some DIY legal documents, if you make a mistake, there may be opportunities to fix any errors. With a last will…
Read MoreHow to Get a Power of Attorney
Powers of attorney are important legal documents that serve as an essential part of estate plans. Unlike a revocable living trust or last will and testament where you provide for your family members after you pass, your power of attorney forms let your family care for you after you are mentally unable to make decisions.…
Read MoreReasons to Have a Will
After a loved one passes, it can be an emotional time for the rest of their family members. Putting together an estate plan that includes your last will is an excellent way to ensure that your affairs are in order and that a significant amount of stress is lifted from your family’s shoulders. Here are…
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