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Trusts when estate planning

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You may be considering establishing a trust as part of your estate planning actions. There are key benefits to be gained from this course of action. These can include… Preventing the need for time and cost consuming probate Provisions in a trust can typically remain private; whereas a will must be filed with the Circuit…
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Estate planning and adoption: what you need to know

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Your adopted child has the same legal rights as your biological children when it pertains to estate planning situations. However, these circumstances may differ when your child isn’t legally adopted, requiring you to make changes to your estate plan, will, and trust. To avoid issues with your property, name your adopted child as an heir…
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Do you really need a divorce attorney?

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You’ve decided to end your marriage but don’t know what to do next. Here are two reasons why consulting with a divorce attorney is a wise move. You’ll learn all your options From mediation to litigation, there’s more than one way to proceed in a divorce. An experienced family attorney will review your situation and…
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