Recent Blog Posts
Seeking Guardianship of your Aging Parents
It’s never easy to watch a parent age, and if you’re considering seeking guardianship for them, there are a few things you need to know. We all know that as we get older, our health can start to deteriorate. The symptoms may be slow and subtle at first, but it can become harder and… Read More »
What can you do for aging parents who need help?
The first step in caring for your aging parents is understanding what they need. Are they primarily healthy and need help with day-to-day tasks? Or do they have complex needs that require 24/7 monitoring? Do they need help with physical care, such as dressing, bathing, or using the bathroom? Do they need help with… Read More »
Spokane Wills and Trusts Attorneys
How wills and trusts attorneys can help: Your Last Will & Testament is a legal document that details how you would like to distribute your assets when you pass away. Your will can also answer important questions, such as who you would select to be the guardian of your children. Are you Looking for… Read More »
Discuss End-of-Life Care Plans w/ Your Family (Ahead of time)
Nearing the end of your life is never an easy topic to discuss. It can be even more challenging to set up legal documents and plan for end-of-life care, but it is essential to ensure your wishes are followed. In this article, we’ll explore what the End-of-Life Care Planning Process entails, its impact on… Read More »
Elder Mediation for Parents with Dementia or Alzheimer’s
Few things in life are as complex or challenging as making health or home care determinations for parents who have dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, but elder mediation can be very helpful. In some cases, siblings and loved ones can have disagreements and often have differing views on whether the parent requires a nursing home,… Read More »
Hiring an Experienced Spokane Elder Law Attorney
Elder Law covers a wide variety of legal concerns that may come about as people age, including retirement plans, incapacity planning, estate planning, end-of-life planning, health insurance benefits including both Medicare and Medicaid, or preparing for the possibility of needing long-term care. Our Spokane Elder Law attorneys help individuals deal with many legal issues… Read More »
Spokane’s Best Estate Planning Attorneys for 2021
We’re proud of our selection to Expertise.com’s Top 12 List of Spokane’s Best Estate Planning Attorneys for 2021! We truly appreciate all of our valued clients who have helped us get to where we are today. Our Spokane Estate Planning attorneys have been meeting the legal needs of Washington & Idaho residents for several… Read More »
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 »
Testamentary Capacity in Washington State
Testamentary capacity is another way of describing the soundness of mind required of a “testator,” which is the term for a person who executes a Will. Testamentary capacity is a requirement to execute a valid will in the State of Washington. In Washington State, testamentary capacity can be considered met when the following occurs:… Read More »
2021 Estate Planning Survey on Preparedness / Current Trends
You’ve heard the saying before, “death and taxes are two certainties in this life,” and people plan for the latter one of these two eventualities. However, regarding the other one, a surprising percentage of people are remiss. 2021 Estate Planning Survey Results Caring.com has been conducting estate planning studies annually to get a feel… Read More »