In these very uncertain times, we all are aware that death or disability can come upon us at any time. If we are not prepared for that,...

It was her worst nightmare. Karen’s Aunt Marge was in the Emergency Room, and Karen was in the ER waiting room after a midnight phone...

The parent-child relationship is pretty well defined. Children generally don’t advise their parents. It’s the other way around. However,...

IRAs are one the trickiest assets for estate planning attorneys to handle for many reasons. First, they often are overlooked in the...

You have a wealth of knowledge, stories, skills, and an important history that you want to make sure you pass down to your children and...

What Do You Own? John and Helen have been thinking about updating their estate plan. They called and made an appointment with Paul Plant...

What will happen to my money and possessions if I die without a will? If you die without a will, what happens to your assets will be...

When my brother died last year my sister and I had a regular funeral for him and got stuck with a $12,000 bill. Can you recommend some...

What is the most important estate planning document? Answer:  The one estate planning document that everyone 18 and older should have is...

A family letter is a key part of a good estate plan. It is much more personal than many of your estate documents. A family letter allows...

The living trust is becoming quite a popular estate planning strategy. It costs more than a will, but includes many features that are...

Great review of basic considerations before finalizing your estate plan. “Who should receive my property?” asked Helen to her attorney,...

You have completed a will and perhaps a revocable living trust. Your durable power of attorney for healthcare and a living will are...

Think your documents are bulletproof? Check again to avoid these common mistakes. 1. Forgoing an expert’s review. There’s nothing wrong...

What’s the best, conflict-free way to divvy up my personal possessions amongst my kids after I’m gone? I have jewelry, art, family...

By Robert M. Slutsky, Esq. Robert Slutsky Associates Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, An ElderCare Matters Partner, The percentage of...