I am frequently asked what could be the potential downside to using DIY online software or a non-attorney (such as a financial advisor or independent paralegal) to prepare estate planning documents? I tell clients: services like Turbo Tax exist and [...]
Signed into law on March 11th, President Biden’s $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) is the largest direct-to-taxpayer stimulus legislation ever passed, and it came just in time to save millions of Americans whose unemployment benefits were [...]
In the first part of this series, we discussed the vital importance of having updated advance directives in place in light of COVID-19. Here, we’ll look at several additional provisions you should consider adding to your directives to address potential [...]
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage the country, doctors across the nation are joining lawyers in urging Americans to create the proper estate planning documents, so medical providers can better coordinate their care should they become hospitalized with the [...]
COVID-19 and Child Custody Matters Series, Part 7 What if I’ve lost my job and I can’t afford my child support? Many families are struggling with loss of employment or reduced hours. If you find yourself unable to pay child [...]
COVID-19 and Child Custody Matters Series, Part 4 Because of school closures, COVID-19 has caused a unique issue for parents — how to handle exchanges, summer breaks, and travel for children. In this fourth part of our series on COVID-19 [...]
COVID-19 and Child Custody Matters Series, Part 3 I am a healthcare worker unable to practice social distancing. Will my children be taken away because I am on the front lines and have risk of exposure? This is a much [...]
COVID-19 and Child Custody Matters Series, Part 2 As described in a prior post, the Arizona Supreme Court has issued guidelines to address custody issues that may arise during the COVID-19 pandemic. As part 2 of our series on how [...]
