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Your Healthcare Wishes
Your Healthcare, Your Decision: An Olney Estate Planning Attorney Explains Why Planning Ahead Pays Off
We often picture healthcare decisions as something that only comes up in a hospital setting, but the truth is, these choices deserve your attention long before a crisis arises. As an Olney estate planning attorney, I’ve seen how advance planning...
Trust Home Ownership and Insurance
When Life's Storms Strike: An Olney Trust Lawyer's Guide to Protecting Your Estate and Insurance Coverage
As an Olney  trust lawyer, I’ve seen how storms in life can come in all shapes and sizes—health crises, divorce, or the loss of a loved one. And of course, there are the literal storms: hurricanes, floods, and fires that can damage property and...
Navigating the Autism Cliff
Navigating the "Autism Cliff": A Olney Special Needs Planning Attorney Explains What Parents Need to Know
Families with a child on the autism spectrum often experience a stark change when that child reaches age 18, a transition sometimes referred to as the “autism cliff.” Many of the supportive services relied on during childhood, such as specialized...
Myths About Wills and Probate
Myths About Wills and Probate: An Olney Estate Lawyer Explains What You Need to Know
As an Olney estate lawyer, one of the most common misconceptions I hear from clients is that having a will means their loved ones can avoid probate. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. Let’s dive into why wills and probate go hand in hand,...
Will Your Family Business Survive the Future
Will Your Family Business Survive the Future? Succession Planning Considerations from an Olney Estate Lawyer
As an Olney estate lawyer, I’ve seen many family businesses flourish across generations. Unfortunately, I’ve also witnessed others falter during transition, not because of market conditions or competition, but due to inadequate succession...