Estate planning is not an easy topic to address, whether you are thinking about creating a will, funding a trust or making plans in case you are incapacitated. You are not alone if you feel overwhelmed at the prospect. Many Nevadans unnecessarily put off their estate...
If you are an estate beneficiary, you may have some concerns about the roles of the executor. Your deceased family member may have chosen the best person they could think of to serve as his or her estate administrator. But that does not mean you should assume all is...
You create a will so your loved ones have an idea of what you want to leave to whom. However, situations sometimes arise in life that may change your mind about certain decisions you made about how you want your assets allocated, and such changes may warrant a change...
There are many families who struggle after the loss of a loved one. Dealing with grief is not an easy thing to do, and everyone will respond to the loss differently. At some point, the family needs to begin the process of moving on, and often that comes when they...
The loss of a loved one is a difficult time for everyone involved. When the initial grief has passed, you may be surprised when disputes arise when it comes time to distribute the estate. Whether you are the one who is contesting the way the property is distributed,...
Deadlines can be the bane of any litigation attorney's existence. That's why our attorney, Craig D. Friedel, created the Eighth Judicial District Court Civil Practice "Cheat Sheet"" to help fellow Nevada litigators navigate these timelines. Click here to view the...
Many individuals are extremely careful and cautious when devising their estate plans. They review all of the options available that allow them to pass along their property to their families and loved ones. While these plans often make it easier to carry out someone's...
Prenuptial agreements are important for every successful couple to consider as they plan their lives together. They allow couples to control their financial futures in the event of divorce, an accident or death. Unfortunately, myths and misconceptions about prenuptial...
Rare court opinion regarding trusts and estates marks first of its kind for 2017. LAS VEGAS - (February 08, 2017) Typically reticent on matters involving trusts and estates, the Nevada Supreme Court has issued its first reported opinion for 2017 in the trust and...