Techniques for Avoiding Probate

When individuals die without having an adequate estate plan in place, their estates will proceed through the probate process. Probate has the disadvantage of sometimes lasting for a long period of time. Fortunately, there are some methods that individuals can use to...

Benefits of Estate Planning

A large number of individuals think that only the very rich need to focus on estate planning. This is just one of several popular misconceptions about estate planning. In reality, all types of individuals can benefit from making a plan for their assets after their...

SCOTUS Ready to Settle Bankruptcy Issue

The Supreme Court recently granted certiorari to review a case that will require the Court to decide the question of whether bankruptcy courts should apply federal or state law when deciding how to recharacterize a debt claim as a capital contribution. The manner in...