Author Archives: Matthew Luedke
Spokane Special Needs Planning Attorneys Ready to Help
Consult with our Spokane Special Needs Planning Attorneys so we can help you or your family member remain eligible for government benefits. When beginning the process for choosing the correct supplemental needs trust, many folks find the process is much easier when you have an experienced and compassionate special needs planning attorney on your… Read More »
Power of Attorney in Washington State 2022
In Washington State, power of attorney gives important decision-making abilities to another party (which is commonly referred to as an “agent” or attorney-in-fact) to enable that person to act on his or her behalf. The purpose of a power of attorney is to allow this agent to act as though they were sitting in… Read More »
‘Wrongful Life’ Claims & Lawsuits may be rising due to COVID-19
Many Americans are creating “end-of-life” guidelines. We have shown great progress these last few months in our battle against the coronavirus pandemic, however, as it has not yet been brought under control, there are many folks who may want to consider a review of their advanced healthcare directives. Recent wrongful life lawsuits bring about… Read More »
Experienced Idaho Estate Planning Attorneys
We have one of the most experienced teams of Idaho Estate Planning Attorneys in the Inland Northwest and have been helping folks create estate plans for the last several decades. We know that no two families are the same. With this in mind, we utilize the entirety of our experience to assist our clients… Read More »
Power of Attorney can Help you Protect your Finances
Having a Power of Attorney can protect your finances, so they’ll be still be there when you need them the most. By this point in your life, it’s likely you’ve invested many hours figuring out how to protect your hard-earned money so it will be available to you or your family when that time… Read More »
What Happens to a Joint Account When my Spouse Passes Away?
How Do Joint Accounts Work? This will usually consist of one or more people who will retain full access to the money contained in a joint bank account, irrespective of who actually opened it or which person is making the majority of the deposits. These people could be related, such as with a parent… Read More »
6 Examples of Assets that Skip Probate
What are Assets that skip Probate? When you sit down to plan your estate, we recommend you try to understand which kinds of assets can skip probate altogether, as well as all of the benefits you might gain by doing so. When you pass away, the legal process of probate is a method for… Read More »
Lifetime Trusts: 3 Reasons to Consider Using One
This article will discuss lifetime trusts and provides several reasons to consider using one. Estate planning ensures that your hard-earned assets are distributed according to your wishes after your death. It involves determining who will receive which portions of your assets and how they will be distributed. One of the options to consider when… Read More »
Caring for Loved Ones w/ Alzheimer’s
In 2020 a substantial portion of American baby boomers will reach age of 65 or older, which unfortunately means the risk for Alzheimer’s and other forms of mental illness will rise as well. It is projected that by the year 2030, folks who are within the 65+ age group will increase significantly, and will… Read More »
Consider Creating a Flexible Estate Plan
It you’re concerned with who may get your personal property when you pass away, you should consider creating a flexible estate plan. When you first sit down to begin your estate planning, there will usually be several standard requirements for your particular jurisdiction. In some states, your Will must be signed by a testator… Read More »