Has your will grown stale?

It is an unfortunate fact that many in New Jersey who go to the trouble to write a will still leave their loved ones in confusion and turmoil. Often this happens because they fail to keep their wills updated, which means the documents contain instructions that no...

What does a power of attorney do?

When a loved one designates a New Jersey relative or friend to be a financial power of attorney, the selected agent may have many questions about what that means. Basically, a power of attorney has the legal responsibility for acting on behalf of the principal if he...

Is your estate planning as solid as you think?

Few in New Jersey understand how complicated the probate process can be for their families, especially if there is no estate plan in place. However, even those who believe they have planned their estates may still leave their loved ones with confusion and frustration....

Estate planning options for the new year

Although 2020 is well underway, there are many in New Jersey who are still dragging their feet about their New Year’s resolutions. If one of those resolutions was to begin estate planning, it is understandable why someone may hesitate. Building a complete plan can be...

The challenge of choosing the right trustee

For some, the hardest part of estate planning can be choosing the trustee to oversee a trust. The decision can raise stubborn personal and logistical problems. Still, waiting to finish an estate plan until the trustee question seems easier is rarely a better choice....