Every day we make hundreds of decisions for ourselves—from what to eat for breakfast to where to vacation. But what happens if you cannot make decisions for yourself? Appointing a conservator for yourself means deciding who you want making day-to-day decisions on your behalf. If you have recently created or reviewed your estate plan, you […]

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If you have overheard any estate planning discussions, you have likely heard the words “guardian” or “trustee.” In estate planning, deciding who will ultimately be tasked with caring for your minor child or managing funds for their benefit is an important decision that requires consideration of many factors. Although there is no substitute for you […]

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Many people believe that estate planning is only about planning for their death. But planning for what happens after you die is only one piece of the estate-planning puzzle. It is just as important to plan for what happens if you become unable to manage your own financial or medical affairs while you are alive […]

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We know it is difficult, even horrific, to imagine someone else raising your children. However, you must consider who you would choose to fill this important role. Otherwise, a judge—a stranger who does not know you or your wishes, your child, or your relatives and friends—will determine who raises your children if something happens to […]

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To make sure someone will take care of their children if they pass away, parents often pick guardians. They can do this as part of the estate planning process. The guardians only apply until the children are no longer minors, in most cases. If you’re thinking about doing this yourself, you may be mulling over […]

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