by Trust Counsel | May 28, 2025 | Asset Protection, Celebrity Estates, Estate Planning, Estate Tax, Probate
In October of 2024, music star and former One Direction Member, Liam Payne, died tragically at the age of 31 after falling off of a balcony in Argentina. His death, which made headlines for its sudden and tragic nature, was also heavily followed, not just because...
by Trust Counsel | May 9, 2025 | Business Succession, Estate Planning
Picture this: you’ve just set up your estate plan using a quick and easy online DIY form or a budget-friendly legal service. Or, maybe your financial advisor drafted it for you for a nominal fee while creating your financial plan. These options promise ease and...
by Trust Counsel | May 2, 2025 | Articles, Estate Planning
When we think about Mother’s Day, we often picture breakfast in bed, handmade cards, and bouquets of fresh flowers. But what if there was a way for mom to express her love and care that extends far beyond their lifetime? This is where thoughtful estate planning...
by Trust Counsel | Apr 21, 2025 | Articles, Estate Planning, Guardianship
1) Thinking a Will is Enough A will is essential, but it only kicks in *after* you’re gone. It doesn’t cover situations like sudden illness or incapacity. You need separate guardianship documents specifically designed to address these “what if”...
by Trust Counsel | Apr 11, 2025 | Estate Planning
Imagine accidentally throwing away $700 million. While it sounds like the plot of a movie, this nightmare scenario has become a reality for James Howells, a computer engineer from Wales, who has now spent more than a decade fighting to recover a discarded hard drive...
by Trust Counsel | Apr 4, 2025 | Estate Planning
The recent passing of legendary actor Gene Hackman has revealed a complicated estate situation that serves as a powerful warning for everyone – married couples especially – regardless of your net worth. Whether you have significant assets or just want to...