What Do You Need To Know

Online Wills: What Do I Need to Know?

A professional trustee and executor recently addressed the issue of online wills in Forbes. She notes that although using an online standardized fill-in-the blank will may appear to save you money and time; however, using this type of service may lead to expensive and unpleasant mistakes. Unfortunately, your loved ones will experience the ramifications…

Importance of Estate Planning Covid

The Importance of Estate Planning During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Many people are resistant to estate planning. They may feel they can ignore the topic “until the time is right.” They think they have some time and can put it off until they are more in the mood. Unfortunately, there may not be that extra time they are counting on. COVID-19 Increases…

Breach of Fiduciary Duty

Breach of Fiduciary Duty

Those who are named personal representative of an estate, such as an executor, administrator, or guardian, have a fiduciary duty to the estate. This means personal representatives of an estate must always act in the best interest of the estate. Whether you are an executor who wants advice on how to fulfill…

Living Will and Testament

Do I Need a Living Will?

A living will is a document you prepare that informs your family and health care professionals, in writing, what medical treatment you want to have under certain circumstances. At Springer & Lyle, our estate planning attorneys can assist you in preparing this document. Why You Need a Living Will If you become unable…

How Do I Contest a Will?

How Do I Contest a Will?

Contesting a will involves overcoming challenging legal burdens and difficult and long-standing family discord. The law limits who can contest the will and the circumstances under which the will can be deemed invalid. At Springer & Lyle, we understand these emotional difficulties and work with you to be sure contesting the will is in your best…