The complex rules and regulations can make estate planning seem like a daunting task. Add to that the disruption of a global pandemic and it can feel impossible. However, the economic ramifications of COVID-19 mean that now may be the…
We have a tradition when the new calendar year comes around to make resolutions. Most of these resolutions revolve around getting healthier, living better or being more productive (just to name a few). With my informal survey, I haven't heard…
What if I'm divorced, but my will has not been changed? Will my Ex-spouse get everything? What if my children are minors? Who will take care of them if I do not have a Will? Who will watch out for…
It depends on the flexibility of the Will. Wills can be drafted with great flexibility. There are provisions in the law which allows changes in bequests to people without changing the original Will document. However, there are certain circumstances under…
A trust is a frequently used tool for assuring that your children will get the benefit of your estate without placing the responsibility and burden of making financial decisions on them at an early age. Trusts are also frequently used…
Probably. If you die without a will, Washington law dictates how your estate is distributed, which may not be the way you want it divided. The Revised Code of Washington (RCW) Title 11 sets forth Washington laws regarding the descent…