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Estate Planning is a process where individuals prepare or plan for the settlement of their personal affairs in the event of incapacitation or death. Estate plans typically include provisions relating to the disposition of assets, guardianship of minor children, and appointment of representatives to make medical and financial decisions. Effective estate planning can decrease tax liability and facilitate the probate process. less -

Naming a Guardian: It’s More Important Than You Think

Cole Schotz on 8/12/2025

It is easy to mistakenly assume that naming a guardian in estate planning documents is only critical for individuals with minor children. In reality, however, appointing a guardian is just as important for parents as it is...more

5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Wait to Make a Will

Bowditch & Dewey on 8/12/2025

August is National Make-A-Will Month, a timely reminder to create or update your will. Whether you’re establishing a career, raising a family, or accumulating assets, having a will in place ensures your loved ones are...more

Wendy Williams’ Conservatorship Battle: A Cautionary Tale on Estate Planning

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP on 2/7/2025

Wendy Williams’ ongoing legal battle over her financial conservatorship has reignited public debate on the complexities of incapacity planning. Although she allegedly executed a power of attorney (POA) in favor of her son,...more

The Essential Need for Estate Planning: Insights from an Alaskan Legal Battle

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP on 9/30/2024

In a recent class-action lawsuit, ten disabled Alaskans have sued the State of Alaska and their court-appointed guardian. This case emphasizes the profound importance of comprehensive estate planning, extending far beyond the...more

Estates Under $2 Million – Do I Need an Estate Plan?

Bowditch & Dewey on 12/22/2023

With the exciting and long overdue news of the increase in the Massachusetts estate tax exemption from $1 million to $2 million for decedents dying on or after January 1, 2023, many Massachusetts residents have been left...more

Four Basic Estate Planning Documents that Everyone Needs

Bowditch & Dewey on 10/15/2020

Many people think they don’t need “estate planning” because they don’t have enough assets to generate an estate tax; however, there are four basic estate planning documents everyone should have regardless of net worth. 1....more

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