by Leslie Marenco | Jul 7, 2017 | Articles, Estate Planning, Wills
Of the handful of major life events that require your serious consideration, few are as emotionally charged as how to leave your assets for loved ones at the time of your death. This often complex process is accomplished via testamentary documents such as wills and...
by Leslie Marenco | Jun 2, 2017 | Articles, Case Law, Wills
One of the effects of globalization is the increase in foreign-born individuals and families visiting, living, and/or investing in the United States and it is very common for those people to own property in both their native home, as well as here in the United...
by Leslie Marenco | Apr 28, 2017 | Articles, Celebrity Estates, Estate Planning, Wills
Even after death, celebrities are highly publicized for their mistakes, many of which we make ourselves. This time last year, superstar musician Prince died suddenly, leaving no will, and the management of his substantial estate fraught with legal complications and...
by Leslie Marenco | Jan 27, 2017 | Articles, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Kids Protection Planning, Wills
Did you know that according to South Florida Parenting, 69% of parents have not named legal guardians for their kids in case something happens to them? Parents fail to nominate guardians for many reasons. Some don’t know they need to. Some don’t because it...
by Leslie Marenco | Jan 23, 2017 | Articles, Estate Planning, Wills
Formal invitations for this year’s wedding season have begun to arrive! I have 3 weddings scheduled from June to the end of the year. So for those of you getting married, Mazel tov! As couples who were recently married continue to bask in the afterglow of their...
by Leslie Marenco | Jan 18, 2017 | Articles, Probate, Trusts, Wills
A Tale of Ancillary Probate: Two and a Half Years, Three States, & Six Separate Probate Proceedings! For many families, owning land is a rewarding way to build wealth while creating a legacy for future generations. Indeed, we have lots of clients that are...
