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Drafting a will is a responsible decision. A valid will ensures that your assets will be distributed according to your wishes after you die. When you have your will drafted, you must appoint an executor. This is a person legally responsible for distributing assets,...

An important part of any Nevada resident’s estate plan is that person’s financial durable power of attorney and their health care durable power of attorney. The financial document allows another individual, who often is but does not have to be a family member or...

There are lots of ways a Las Vegas resident can give to a charity of their choice. They could, for example, choose to make a one-time gift or do regular donations while they are still alive. They also might wish to leave a bequest to their favorite charities in their...

Our religion can influence our core beliefs about how we live our life and what will happen after we pass away. It is an essential part of who we are. Thus, it is only natural that your preferences for end-of-life care are based on your religious beliefs. To make sure...

When you hear the term probate, it is likely that you think of a process you want to avoid at all costs. While it is in fact a process many individuals attempt to avoid through careful estate planning, the reality is that many families will end up facing it. Although...

Nevada probate courts take wills very seriously. There are many formalities and requirements involved in making a valid will, and if these appear to be met, a probate court will likely declare the will valid and legally enforceable. There are times when family members...

The quickest way to lose everything is to lose a lawsuit, especially with creditors. However, there are laws designed to protect your wealth. Lawsuits When you think of people who get sued, you probably think about doctors and lawyers. However, there are several...

Drafting a will is something everyone should do, and you may be thinking about having one done. As you think about what you would like to include in your will, you may jot things down here and there, or perhaps prepare a handwritten will, intending to get it...

There are two groups of people who may need to set up a special needs trust. First, families who have a loved one suffering with a serious mental or physical disability may consider setting up a third-party special needs trust. This type of special needs trust would...

If you are like many Nevada residents, your estate plan includes a trust. Along with determining which trust is the appropriate trust and setting up your trust documents, you will need to decide who will be your trustee. This is a huge position of trust that you...