by garywojtan | Sep 28, 2009 | Estate Planning, Estates and Probate
You’ve worked hard for your money, and made every attempt to be a conscientious saver. So it’s only natural that you want some control over what happens to your assets in the event of your death. At the very least, you probably want to minimize or avoid...
by garywojtan | Sep 27, 2009 | Divorce, Estates and Probate
Q. What is a “spouse? A. A “spouse” is a husband or wife. Q. My spouse and I have a Separation Agreement on file in the County Clerk’s Office. I went to Family Court to get the child support that the Agreement gives me and the court said I...
by garywojtan | Sep 14, 2009 | Estate Planning, Estates and Probate
Introduction Estate planning is the process of planning for the accumulation, conservation, and distribution of estate assets; this process should help you accomplish your personal and family goals. Every estate is planned, either through an individual plans for the...
by garywojtan | Sep 13, 2009 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estates and Probate, Wills
“This is no ordinary yellow pie plate. This actually belonged to my great-grandmother who spent a lot of time in the kitchen with her daughters baking pies. The tradition of baking pies has continued on through the generations and the yellow pie plate is always on the...
by garywojtan | Aug 21, 2009 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estates and Probate, Wills
Everyone faces the possibility that sometime during their lifetime, they may become incapacitated. This can happen when an individual is nearing death, but it can also be the result of a temporary condition. Many people assume their spouses or children will...
by garywojtan | Aug 14, 2009 | Estate Planning, Estates and Probate, Wills
Why You Need a Will A will is a legal document designating the transfer of your property and assets after you die. Although creating a will is not a difficult process, about half of all Americans die without one. If you die without a will, or intestate, the court...
