Handling estate planning matters can be hard for different reasons, but some people have an especially difficult time when it comes to setting up an estate plan. For example, some people have a lot of uncertainty over how to distribute their assets, and some may worry...
Why should I appoint a successor guardian?
If you have appointed somebody to be the guardian of your children in the event you and your spouse die, you recognize that life can throw you a lot of curveballs and that you should be prepared for the worst. But what if your guardian candidate dies before you do or...
Why is it important to have a power of attorney in place?
If you are a New Jersey resident over the age of 18 and you do not already have a power of attorney, you should think about working to get one in place before it is too late. A power of attorney is a legal document that gives someone that you designate the authority...
Understanding a special needs trust
If your child is one of New Jersey’s numerous special needs children, you may have heard about special needs trusts, but do not really know what they are or what they do. Basically, a special needs trust is one you establish for the benefit of your child so that money...
Changing the executor of an estate
You may have numerous challenges in front of you if you are creating or revising an estate plan. For example, you might have a plethora of options to choose from and you could be unsure of what is best for you and those you love. Or, perhaps you are not familiar with...