There are many reasons to establish a trust, chief among them is to ensure your loved ones are provided for and your wishes are honored if something happens to you. Establishing a trust also allows a greater level of control regarding the way your estate is handled after your death. … [Read more...] about Marietta Trust Lawyers: Four Reasons to Consider Setting Up a Trust
Estate Planning
Special Needs Planning with a Financial Guardianship
Autism and other conditions can impact people throughout their whole lives, and some may need assistance throughout adulthood. However, in the eyes of the law all adults who reach the age of majority become independent and are presumed to have the ability to make their own decisions, including … [Read more...] about Special Needs Planning with a Financial Guardianship
Tax Proposals Could Alter Estate Planning Landscape
Senators Sanders and Whitehouse have introduced legislation in the Senate which would significantly alter the Estate Planning landscape. It would dramatically change the tools we use to plan for our clients. Time is of the essence. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about Tax Proposals Could Alter Estate Planning Landscape
What Is a HIPAA Release?
The acronym HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. In this post, we will explain why this piece of legislation is something to take into consideration when you are planning your estate. Advance Directives for Health Care Everyone is well aware of the fact … [Read more...] about What Is a HIPAA Release?