Most adults retain their testamentary capacity until they die. However, sometimes people have severe medical challenges that compromise their ability to understand their circumstances. In those cases, they may lack the capacity to draft a valid will. If the date of a...
In 2026, more and more people own digital assets. These can be worth thousands or tens of thousands of dollars. It is natural for people to wonder how they can address these types of assets when making an estate plan. The reality is that technology often moves faster...
The need for a will is straightforward. People who want to provide for their loved ones or control the inheritance of their property after they pass must create a document or risk state law governing their estates. The need for powers of attorney (POAs) may not be as...
Estate planning as a business-owning parent requires extra consideration. That business may make up a significant part of your estate. Passing it on is not as simple as passing on money or real estate. Here are three options you might want to consider for the...
Getting left out of a parent’s will can feel like a punch in the gut, especially when it comes without warning or explanation. While Virginia law doesn’t guarantee that every child gets a share, being excluded doesn’t automatically mean you’re out of options. Here’s...
A trust is a legal arrangement where a granter allows a trustee to hold and manage assets on behalf of their estate and designated beneficiaries. Using a trust allows the granter to control how assets are managed and distributed after they pass away. Furthermore, a...
Wills may contain instructions that seem to contradict what a deceased individual previously discussed with their family members during their lifetime. In cases where the contents of an estate plan surprise or disappoint those closest to the deceased individual,...
A living will carries specific instructions about your future medical care. If you fall into a persistent vegetative state or reach your end-of-life care, your health care providers can refer to your legal document to honor your treatment preferences. To find out more...
Modern life extends far beyond physical possessions. From online bank accounts to social media profiles, many people now have valuable digital assets that need attention when creating an estate plan. As a result, digital wills have become an important addition to...
You probably realize that you should have an estate plan, but what you may not realize is that this isn’t a one-and-done situation. Once you have your estate plans set, there will be times when you need to review and potentially update the plans. Changes to an estate...
