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Chosen Families and Legal Realities

Chosen Families and Legal Realities Protecting the people who may not be your next of kinThere’s the family you’re born into—and then there’s the family you build.For many LGBTQIA+ people, carers, and those with deep friendships that span decades, “family” doesn’t always look like a traditional tree with tidy branches.…

What Will They Find in Your Top Drawer?

What Will They Find in Your Top Drawer? The unspoken things we leave behind and how to plan for themLet’s be honest: most of us have a top drawer. Not just in the literal sense (though that’s where we’re heading), but in the metaphorical sense too—a little space where we…

Estate Planning for the Neurodivergent Brain

Estate Planning for the Neurodivergent Brain How ADHD, Autism and other neurodivergent traits can shape how you plan for the futureIf the words estate planning make your brain want to run for the hills, you’re not alone — especially if you're someone with a spicy brain. The legal world isn’t…

How to Talk to Your Partner About Estate Planning (Without It Being Awkward)

How to Talk to Your Partner About Estate Planning (Without It Being Awkward) Talking about estate planning isn’t usually one of the top conversations for the dinner table or date night (unless your partner is an estate planning lawyer…), but it’s one of the most important conversations you can have.…

No Kids, No Problem: Leaving a Legacy When You’re Child-Free

No Kids, No Problem: Leaving a Legacy When You’re Child-Free When people think of estate planning, they often assume it’s only about passing wealth to children. But what if you don’t have kids? Your estate plan is still just as important—it’s your opportunity to control who receives your assets and…

Separation, Divorce, and Your Estate Plan: What You Need to Update Right Away

Separation, Divorce, and Your Estate Plan: What You Need to Update Right Away Separation and divorce are emotionally and financially significant life events, and in the midst of dealing with everything from property settlements to parenting arrangements, your estate plan might be the last thing on your mind. But failing…

Estate Planning for Young Families: Protecting Your Kids and Their Future

Estate Planning for Young Families: Protecting Your kids and Their Future Parenting is a whirlwind of joy, challenges, and responsibility. Amid the sleepless nights and school drop-offs, it's easy to push long-term planning to the backburner. Worrying about "what might happen to your kids if you weren’t here to care…

Navigating Estate Planning for Small Business Owners

Navigating Estate Planning for Small Business Owners As a small business owner, your business is a product of your hard work, dedication, and vision. But what happens to it when you’re no longer able to manage it due to incapacity or death? Estate planning for small business owners involves more…

The Importance of Reviewing Your Estate Plan After Major Life Events

The Importance of Reviewing Your Estate Plan After Major Life Events An estate plan is not something you can set and forget. Life changes constantly, and as it does, your estate plan must evolve to reflect those changes. Major life events such as marriage, divorce, the birth of a child,…

Planning for Pets in Your Will: Ensuring Your Pets Are Cared For

Planning for Pets in Your Will: Ensuring Your Pets Are Cared For For many people, pets are considered cherished family members. They offer unconditional love, companionship, and joy, often for years on end. However, one question that many pet owners overlook in their estate planning is: What happens to your…
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