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What Is Digital Estate Planning?

Author: Legal Sweeney January 16, 2019 In Uncategorized Comments (0)
Estate Planning Lawyer Please take a moment to think about all of the accounts you regularly and occasionally access online. You likely access personal bank accounts and other financial accounts in this way. Chances are that you also have at […]
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Choosing the Right Trustee

Author: Legal Sweeney January 16, 2019 In Uncategorized Comments (0)
Estate Planning Lawyer Trusts can be extremely effective estate planning tools for many reasons. However, in order to be successful, the trust must be properly created and then properly administered by the trustee. A trustee will have many responsibilities after […]
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FAQ for Creating a Will

Author: Legal Sweeney January 16, 2019 In Uncategorized Comments (0)
Estate Lawyer At some point in time, most people consider what will happen to their estate once they are gone. Unfortunately, many people put all making such plans due to the unpleasant nature of such considerations. Planning for the future […]
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Essential Components to Incorporate Into Your Will

Author: Legal Sweeney December 20, 2018 In Uncategorized Comments (0)
Wills Lawyer Preparing your family for what happens after you pass away is one of the most important gifts you can leave them with. Although it can seem like a depressing topic, it is a positive way of ensuring you […]
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When Should I Revise My Will and/or Estate Plan?

Author: Legal Sweeney December 17, 2018 In Uncategorized Comments (0)
Estate Planning Attorney Ridgefield, CT As you may be aware, wills and estate plans are meant to serve as living documents. Practically speaking, this means that they are meant to be updated and revised over time. Although not impossible, it […]
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Understanding the Basics of Digital Estate Planning

Author: Legal Sweeney December 17, 2018 In Uncategorized Comments (0)
Estate Planning Law Firm St. Peters, MO An increasing amount of American life is conducted, stored and/or accessed in digital formats. As a result, it is becoming increasingly important for American adults to consider their digital assets when drafting their […]
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What are some things I should do before I draft a trust?

Author: Legal Sweeney December 14, 2018 In Uncategorized Comments (0)
Estate Planning Lawyer Regardless of how much money your estate is worth, it is important that you plan ahead so you know what will happen to your assets upon your death or incapacitation. A living trust can provide you with […]
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What’s the Purpose of Having a Will?

Author: Legal Sweeney November 17, 2018 In Uncategorized Comments (0)
Wills Lawyer Ridgefield, CT Thinking about what happens to your property when you pass away can be a sobering, sad thought. However, creating a will can be one of the most important things you do in your life to take […]
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Including a Conservatorship within Your Estate Plan

Author: Legal Sweeney November 17, 2018 In Uncategorized Comments (0)
Estate Planning Law Firm St. Peters, MO Are you in the process of developing your estate plan? Although you likely have an idea of what needs to encompass your estate plan, there may be a number of considerations that you […]
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Estate Planning: How a Moving Company Can Help Bridge the Gap

Author: Legal Sweeney November 16, 2018 In Uncategorized Comments (0)
Estate Planning Attorney When you’ve lost a loved one, hiring a moving company could be the last thing on your mind. However, a moving company might be able to provide you with several answers to concerns that arise. They understand […]
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