If you own a small or medium business in Indiana, then you probably have some concerns as to how it should factor into your estate plan. There would probably be two major categories of considerations you would have to make: the future leadership of your company and...
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What is a health proxy?
There are many things to consider about estate planning in Indiana. One part of the process is to name a health proxy or power of attorney regarding healthcare decisions. Some people may not think this is important, but there are numerous reasons why someone should...
No-contest clauses in Indiana
One of the main purposes of estate planning is to avoid contention amongst your beneficiaries once you are gone. With your wishes clearly stated in your estate planning documents, how can one even think to challenge them? As many of those that our team here at...
Nuncupative wills explained
Many in Indianapolis may insist that their will always be time for them to see to their estate planning. Whether it is due to a fear of having to confront their own mortality or not wanting to have to be the "bad guy" that upsets assumed beneficiaries with their...
The basics of estate planning
Estate planning in Indiana is often juxtaposed against other terms, such as wills or trusts. But what do these words mean? Are they all the same things, pieces of a whole, or alternatives? CNN Money describes estate planning as the planning process behind how assets...
When stress gets in the way of estate planning
There are many different reasons why some people may push off estate planning, whether they think that they are too young, or they do not think they are ready for a will or a trust because their financial circumstances will change considerably in the near future. Some...
Getting divorced? Don’t forget your estate plan
If you are in the process of getting a divorce in Indiana, you may feel overwhelmed at the number of things you must take care of. Certainly, a divorce touches every aspect of your life. One thing you should give some attention to during this process is your estate...
Before you name a guardian for your child in your will
You probably resist the thought of someone else raising your child. However, if you do not name someone to take over for you if the worst happens, a judge may decide where your child will live. We at the law office of often counsel parents...
Intestate succession explained
Having worked hard throughout their lives, Indianapolis residents no doubt hope that their loved one's will be able to enjoy the fruits of their labors. When the time comes for a person's accumulated assets to be distributed to their heirs, they no doubt hope to have...

