Archives of Elder Law

It is important to get any agreements about inheritance in writing. Providing services to someon...

A number of tax proposals being considered in Congress could significantly affect gifting and es...

Summer is winding down and if you are one of the lucky ones, you got to spend some time at a fami...

When a person declares bankruptcy, an individual retirement account (IRA) is one of the assets th...

Most people want to pass their assets to their children or grandchildren, but naming a minor as a...

Do you have a will? A durable power of attorney? A health care proxy? If not, why not? Failure t...

Directed trusts can be a useful estate planning tool, allowing you to place your family’s asset...

Parents and other family members who want to pass on assets during their lifetimes may be tempted...

Vermont senator Bernie Sanders has introduced legislation that would require more estates to pay ...