Dec 2, 2019
The Dangers of DIY Planning - Special Needs Edition
The below article is reprinted from the November 2019 Newsletter of Sheri R. Abrams, Attorney at Law, www.sheriabrams.com. With today's...
Nov 5, 2019
Wipers On, Headlights On
Now that fall has finally arrived in Central Virginia, we must return to the realities of driving in inclement weather. In Virginia,...
Oct 10, 2019
Customizing Advance Medical Directives
Discussion of Advance Medical Directives often take a one-size-fits-all approach: “Check Box A if you want all life-preserving treatments...
Sep 3, 2019
Beneficiary Designations
Related to the previous post’s discussion of nonprobate assets, a good estate planning attorney should discuss the client’s beneficiary...
Aug 2, 2019
Two Categories of Stuff
Did you know that there are two kinds of assets? And – more importantly – did you know that you cannot pass one of them via a will? A...
Jul 8, 2019
Legal Documents for Young Adults
On more than one occasion, clients have recounted stories of trying to sort out their adult child’s medical expenses because the child...
Jun 1, 2019
"Godparent" is not synonymous with "Guardian"
Believe it or not, lawyers do have lives outside of the office and courtroom. Sometimes people even ask us about our area of practice! It...
May 1, 2019
National Healthcare Decisions Day
April 16 marked National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD). NHDD's goal is "to provide clear, concise, and consistent information on...
Apr 6, 2019
Estate Tax
It's that time of year again: Tax return season is upon us, and we are almost at the last minute to file. While "tax season" generally...
Mar 6, 2019
Pets Are Family, Too
Whether you have a dog, cat, or potbellied pig, one thing is certain: Your pets are just as much a part of your family as any of the...
