Recent Blog Posts
Summary Administration for Surviving Spouses in Idaho
It’s quite nice living in the state of Idaho! It just so happens to have very favorable probate and estate planning laws if you prepare properly. We’ll touch on Summary Administration in this article, but perhaps the best part of living in Idaho is simply that the costs for this type of legal help… Read More »
Electronic Notary Services in WA State – Extended to Nov. 21, 2020
Governor Jay Inslee signed a proclamation in March that allowed for electronic notary services in Washington State to take place from March 27 to April 26, 2020 due to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. That authorization has now been extended to November 21, 2020 . So what does that mean for you? Under this newly… Read More »
One Major Pitfall of Special Needs Planning
Many families would likely benefit from some form of Special Needs Planning assistance. Public benefits can often be provided for those who are disabled and these often include healthcare, supplemental income, day programs and many other additional services. Many of these benefits are tied to a person’s disability status, while others may be “needs… 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 »
Revocable Trust vs. Irrevocable Trust: An Overview
A revocable trust and living trust are two distinct terms that basically define a similar function: and that is a trust which has terms that can be altered at any time. Whereas an irrevocable trust can be best described as one which you cannot change once it has been created. If you’re unfamiliar with the subject, a trust… Read More »
Estate Plan Review: COVID-19 Could Change Everything
Moulton Law Offices is an estate planning practice based out of Spokane, WA – with a secondary office in Kennewick, WA. We want to let our valued clients know that we are accepting appointments, mainly through virtual means so we can continue to serve you during these challenging times. We would prefer that you… Read More »
Super Lawyers 2020 – Rising Star for Estate Planning and Probate
Please help us congratulate Matthew M. Luedke on being selected – NOW FOR A SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR – as a Super Lawyers 2020 Rising Star for Estate Planning and Probate! Rising Stars is a designation from Thompson Reuters of Top Rated practicing attorneys selected through an extensive evaluation process, Matthew has been awarded this… Read More »
Managing COVID-19 Risks in a Long-Term Care Setting
There have already been many reported cases of COVID-19 in the United States, and unfortunately many of these cases have been occurring in older adults living within nursing homes or at other long-term care facilities. We’ve compiled this list of helpful actions you can take to keep yourself or your elderly family members safe…. Read More »
4 Reasons Why Estate Planning Is So Important
It’s All About Protecting Your Loved Ones It seems as though most folks these days are busy planning their next vacation, which car they want to purchase next, or even where they’ll be eating dinner tonight, at least more than they seem care about their estate plans —but we would caution you against putting… Read More »