Recent Blog Posts
3 Reasons for Changing a Trust When Moving to Washington
With the influx of people moving to Washington State from California, many folks have questions about whether they should revoke their original trust to establish a new trust in their new state of residence (Washington State). California statutory trustee powers, trustee authorities, and trust administration rules should continue to apply to all trusts created… Read More »
Probate: Pass On Your Estate Without The Hassle
Probate can be an expensive and lengthy process, with costs totaling between 1% and 20% of the estate. If you’re married, your spouse will likely have to go through probate as well, which can potentially double the cost and time involved. The good news is that there are steps you can take to avoid… Read More »
Understanding Estate Planning in Washington State
Estate planning is essentially all about deciding how an individual’s assets will be preserved, managed, and distributed after death. When adequately executed, estate planning minimizes legal issues or tax costs associated with an individual’s death while ensuring the proper distribution of assets to beneficiaries and descendants responsible for managing them after death. It also… Read More »
Get Your Fair Share of the Veterans Benefits You Deserve
Those who’ve served in our military deserve to reap the veterans benefits owed to them for their service, and they deserve to know what those benefits are. It’s not enough for them to be grateful for their service. They need to take an active role in getting the full range of benefits they are… Read More »
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 »