A contingent beneficiary is a backup beneficiary who inherits assets if the primary beneficiary is unable to, for example, if they predecease you or are unable to accept the inheritance. You likely need a contingent beneficiary to ensure your assets are distributed as intended, even if your primary beneficiary can't receive them.  19 Mar

What is a Contingent (or Secondary) Beneficiary?

Divorce significantly impacts estate plans, potentially invalidating provisions naming a former spouse as a beneficiary or executor, so a review and update are crucial.  13 Mar

Life Events: The Significant Impact of Divorce on Your Estate Plans

Don't Wait until it's Too Late: Communicate Your Plans with Your Family 10 Feb

Don’t Wait: Communicate Your Plans with Your Family

Estate Planning and Divorce: Frequently Asked Questions 29 Jan

Estate Planning and Divorce: Frequently Asked Questions

If you are involved in an estate inheritance lawsuit, you can consult a lawyer with experience in estate litigation. You can also try to resolve the dispute through mediation or arbitration.  19 Jan

Estate Inheritance Lawsuit: What are Your Options?

The legal dispute between Danny Bennett, the eldest son of Tony Bennett, and his sisters, Antonia and Johanna Bennett, has intensified in court. 16 Jan

Tony Bennett’s Kids in Legal Battle Over Estate and Trust Disputes

Second Marriages: Potential Conflicts & the Impact on Your Estate Plan 10 Jan

Second Marriage? Update Your Estate Plan to Avoid Potential Conflicts!

A charitable legacy can be an integral part of estate planning, providing a meaningful way to support community initiatives, educational institutions, medical research, or other important causes. The process involves allocating a portion of your estate to benefit causes or organizations you care about, but how is this done? 09 Jan

How To Leave a Charitable Legacy through Your Estate Plan

Estate Planning for Adults with Special Needs 06 Jan

Creating a Trust: Estate Planning for Adults with Special Needs

Trustee vs. Executor: Understanding the Difference and Why You Need Both | If you’re like most people, you’ll need both— the executor to oversee the execution of your will and a trustee to manage and administer your trust. 25 Dec

Trustee vs. Executor: What is The Difference & Why You Need Both

Inside Billionaire Rupert Murdoch’s Family Trust Battle 13 Dec

Inside Billionaire Rupert Murdoch’s Family Trust Battle

Defusing Trust Disputes: A Guide to Conflict Resolution 06 Dec

Defusing Trust Disputes: A Guide to Conflict Resolution