Category Archives: Wills
What Medical Treatment Decisions May Be Outlined in a Living Will/Advanced Directive?
A living will, called an advanced directive in Virginia, helps to protect your plans and respects your health care wishes if you become unable to speak about them in the future. An advanced directive or living will is a formal and legal document that outlines your individual preferences regarding end of life care, and… Read More »
Putting Off Will Writing Could Leave Your Family at Risk
If you’ve put off the process of estate planning, you are not alone. People of all ages tend to ignore the opportunities available with estate planning. Some may change that tune when they experience the lack of estate planning or even proper estate planning through their own family when they’re named as beneficiaries. A… Read More »
My Loved One Didn’t Have a will in Virginia: What Happens Next?
With no will to review, each state sets laws for how someone’s property will be distributed when they pass away. You’ll have more control over this process by working with a lawyer to create your own estate plan, but many families find themselves in the position of navigating this process with no will or… Read More »
Is My Will A Matter of Public Record?
You may recognize that creating a will is one of the best ways to document who you want to receive which assets when you pass away. A will is not required, but is strongly recommended for each adult over age 18. Your will is your chance to document your wishes surrounding your property and… Read More »
Will Virginia Medicaid Will Pay For My Nursing Home?
The decision to place a loved one in a nursing home can be sudden. The person’s condition may have declined to the point that they immediately need nursing home support, or they may have suffered in a recent accident or injury that leaves them no option but to recover inside a nursing home. In… Read More »
Five Times You Need To Update Your Living Will
It is important as with all other estate planning documents to conduct a regular review of your materials to ensure these strategies still align with your goals. Routine reviews of your comprehensive estate plan help you to identify problems before they become issues. You want to ensure that your entire estate plan is aligned… Read More »
What Are the Real Stakes Of Passing Away Without A Will?
The chances that you may pass away without having a will in place are extremely high. Although more people have reported awareness around estate planning as a result of the pandemic, plenty of people still have not taken the right action step to protect their interests in moving forward with estate planning. You may… Read More »
Five Reasons Someone Can Contest Your Will
When you plan for your estate, you hope that assets transfer smoothly to your chosen beneficiaries. But that’s not always the case, as you might have found out personally if involved in the estate of a loved one who passed away. There are steps you can take to minimize the chances of someone opening… Read More »
Does Your Estate Plan Need More Than A Simple Will?
A simple will is necessary for every US adult over the age of 18. It can help them answer many questions and ensure that your property is distributed according to your wishes. However, estate planning can be tailored based on your assets, family circumstances, income, and personal goals. Executing a will can take time… Read More »
Should I Leave Money to a Charity in My Will?
Estate planning and philanthropy are interconnected as many people use this opportunity to leave leftover funds behind to support a charity of their choosing. This is a very personal decision and one that is based on your own assets and your personal goals. Having an estate planning attorney to help you with this process… Read More »