An easy way to understand estate planning is to look at it from a different angle. A cookie and its ability to transform into different flavors is an example of a way of understanding the concept of estate planning. It may sound crazy, but below are two flavors of cookies and some explanations of how these flavors connect with estate planning. Sugar cookie- A sugar cookie is a classic cookie and a staple in the cookie family. It tastes sweet and delicious. However, because th

For those of you who don’t know, probate is the legal process of establishing the validity of a will. This process can be very stressful, expensive and frustrating for a family, highlighting the need for the right probate attorney. However, there are also multiple ways to avoid probate. Read https://www.laurenrichardsonlaw.com/single-post/2017/12/08/Solutions-to-Avoid-Probate to learn a few. What are some traits you should look for when choosing a probate attorney? Below are

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 45 percent of adults, 18 and older, were single in the year 2017. This is a record breaking number! This just goes to show that marriage is no longer considered to be a crucial, necessary component of adulthood. So, what does this have to do with estate planning? Well, when a person is married and has a family, usually their children are named as the designated beneficiaries. What do you do if you don’t have any children? Below a