Tag Archives: estate planning
Do I Need a Spendthrift Trust in My Estate Plan?
Will, Trust and Estate Planning Attorneys in Palm Beach County and Martin County FL There are many different types of trusts which can be used in a comprehensive estate plan, each with a specific purpose meant to satisfy the highly personalized needs and wishes of individual clients. Spendthrift trusts are meant to clearly define… Read More »
What Are Some Overlooked Benefits of Estate Planning?
Martin and Palm Beach County Estate Planning and Elder Law Firm The large majority of Americans still lack comprehensive estate plans, according to recent surveys. In fact, it is estimated that more than 50% of Americans do not even have a basic Will, arguably the most well-known foundational document of any estate plan. There… Read More »
Avoid Will Contests With Thorough Estate Planning
Palm Beach County Will Contest and Inheritance Dispute Attorneys In the 5 years since the legendary Aretha Franklin died, her family has been involved in litigation over her estate. At the center of this estate litigation has been the argument over the multiple Wills she left behind, and a legal decision has now been… Read More »
What to Know About Florida’s Inheritance Laws
Martin and Palm Beach County Estate Planning and Estate Litigation Attorneys The purpose of our state’s inheritance law is to maintain the legal rights of Floridians regarding the distribution of assets and monies after a loved one has passed. The State of Florida levies neither estate nor inheritance taxes of its own. Inheritance law… Read More »
Planning for Disabled Children: Living Transitions Upon Older Adults’ Death
While everyone needs to plan for the future, it becomes critical for the parents of special needs and disabled children. MITCHELL KITROSER, ESQ. One of the most challenging aspects of my law practice concerns the need for parents of disabled and special needs children to plan ahead, not just beyond their own life expectancies,… Read More »
Estate Planning for Families With Special Needs Children
As parents, our role as guide, counselor, and piggybank is ever-changing while raising our children. We anticipate guiding them through their teenage years and sending them off to college. We hope they will find a fulfilling career, meet someone special and become independent and productive members of society who, one day, will give us… Read More »
How to Begin the Estate Planning Process in Florida
How to Begin the Estate Planning Process in Florida Proactive steps you can take now to avoid potential conflicts regarding your estate Estate planning is one of the most important aspects of maintaining control over your financial affairs both during your lifetime and after your death. As we get older, we typically amass various… Read More »