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As an Olney estate planning lawyer, I often receive questions about the roles and responsibilities of an executor and a power of attorney (POA), especially in situations where a loved one is no longer living at home. A question I recently received encapsulates...

As a Olney estate planning lawyer, one question I often receive is whether a person with a life estate can rent the property to others. A life estate is a type of legal arrangement in which an individual, known as a life tenant, is given the right to...

When we lose someone dear to us, it can be challenging to navigate the pain and figure out how to keep their memory alive. In the midst of grief, we often search for meaningful ways to celebrate and remember the love we shared with them. Honoring their...

The executor (also called a Personal Representative) of an estate plays a crucial role in managing and distributing a person’s assets after they pass away. But what happens when the executor is making mistakes or failing in their duties of estate...

As we age, companionship and shared responsibilities become more valuable. Many seniors are choosing cohabitation over solitude for mutual support and to cut costs. However, this arrangement brings about some legal nuances that need addressing. Here,...