Last Will and Testament Templates: Should You Use One?
In most circumstances, online last will and testament templates can result in a valid will, provided the document is properly executed. Yet it might still be wise to have your will reviewed by a lawyer. There is a difference between a valid will and the best possible estate plan for your situation. A Washington lawyer […]
Emergency Estate Planning: Estate Planning Before Surgery
If you have surgery planned, you’ve probably taken steps to prepare for your procedure with your medical team, including taking steps at home to prepare for your surgery by following your doctor’s pre-surgery instructions and diet, but one thing that can get overlooked before major surgery is estate planning. Have you taken the time to […]
Estate Planning, Prenups, and Adoption: Family Mediators in Seattle Offer Support Beyond Divorce
Family mediators help couples and families work through difficult family issues. We often think about family mediators as working with divorced couples, but family mediators can do so much more. They can assist couples who are planning to get married with their prenuptial agreements. A mediator can help a couple discuss sensitive topics and work […]
Power of Attorney in Seattle, Washington
A POA (or Power of Attorney) gives another person the authority to make financial or medical decisions on your behalf. But don’t let the name “power of attorney” deceive you. The person you appoint to make your medical and financial decisions (known as your “agent”) doesn’t have to be an attorney. Anyone over the age […]