While it may not be openly discussed, one thing people start to speculate about after a loved one passes away is often the inheritance they may receive. In fact, long, drawn out court battles are often fought over the inheritance left to loved ones – or not left as the case may be. What happens though, if a decedent left you an inheritance that you don’t want? Because it isn’t as simple as saying “no thanks,” the Bath estate planning attorneys at the Law Office of Michael Robinson, P.C. explain … [Read more...] about Can I Reject an Inheritance?
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Does Your Estate Have Sufficient Liquidity?
Creating a successful estate plan requires you to consider numerous inter-related goals and objectives. One goal that is often overlooked is the need to leave behind sufficient liquid assets in your estate. To help you create a successful estate plan, the Rochester estate planning attorneys at the Law Office of Michael Robinson, P.C. explain the need for estate liquidity. Understanding the Probate Process One reason people frequently overlook the issue of insufficient estate liquidity is that … [Read more...] about Does Your Estate Have Sufficient Liquidity?
Many Reasons to Plan
Each of us will die eventually. This article looks at how planning can make our passing easier for our loved ones. Specifically, this article looks at how planning can maintain privacy for your loved ones. Many Reasons to Plan … [Read more...] about Many Reasons to Plan
What Is a Living Will?
The average estate plan incorporates a wide range of inter-related tools which can sometimes be confusing to the beginner. For example, you likely know that a Will is a common estate planning document used to distribute estate assets; however, do you know what a Living Will is? Although they sound very similar, they are used for very different purposes within your estate plan. Because it is important to learn as much as possible before you start on your own estate plan, the Rochester estate … [Read more...] about What Is a Living Will?
Staying Current on Estate Planning
It’s important for estate planning attorneys to stay up on the latest developments and techniques. The American Academy of Estate Planning Attorney held its semi-annual conference in Atlanta last week. Read on to learn more about the topics discussed at that cutting-edge conference. Staying Current on Estate Planning … [Read more...] about Staying Current on Estate Planning
