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Divorce and Finance: Don’t Leave the Finances to Chance
Divorce is likely the largest financial transition in one’s life, as all the assets accumulated and outstanding debt as a couple must now be divided. During your divorce, you will be confronted with many decisions, all of which have a long-term impact on your quality...
Divorced: Now What Do I Do?
At the end of the divorce process, many couples experience having lost more than they gained, both emotionally and monetarily, and they’re just relieved the process is over. The unfortunate reality, however, is that there is still more to do. Even after your divorce...
Do You Need an Estate Plan?
Whether it’s a simple will and account beneficiaries, or a complex plan, chances are good that you need an estate plan to protect what you hold dear. Thinking about your own mortality is admittedly difficult. But developing a clear plan that outlines your wishes can...
Co-Parenting Tips for Summer Break
If you’re a divorced parent, you already know that school breaks can challenge even the best co-parenting plans. After all, both parents want to enjoy time with the kids! Add in jobs, extended family, and travel planning, and enjoying a memorable summer can get...
Reasons to Create Estate Planning Documents
Estate planning is a crucial step in securing your financial future and ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Many individuals overlook the importance of estate planning, assuming it is only necessary for the wealthy. However, having...
Specific Reasons for Creating a Trust
Creating a trust is one of the most effective ways to manage, protect, and distribute your assets. This is true both during your lifetime and after your death. While many people assume trusts are only for the ultra-wealthy, the reality is that trusts offer valuable...
Why Every Adult in Alabama Should Have a Healthcare Directive
When it comes to planning for the future, most people think about wills, retirement savings, or life insurance. But one of the most critical and often overlooked documents every adult in Alabama should have is a healthcare directive. Also known as an advance directive...
Avoiding Probate for Your Children’s Benefit
There is a viral social media post going around, telling people how to handle their estate plan to benefit their children. But what does a real attorney have to say about avoiding probate for your child’s benefit? Probate is the legal process of validating a will and...
How to Choose the Right Executor for Your Alabama Estate
Choosing the right executor is one of the most important decisions you will make when planning your estate in Alabama. The executor, also known as a personal representative, is responsible for managing your affairs after death, including paying debts, distributing...
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