Estate Planning

Losing a loved one is a difficult event in life; however, it is one that everyone is expected to cope with. While grieving the death of a loved one can be unexpected and challenging, having to deal with the probate process can make this time more overwhelming and...

Any Kentucky resident who is at least 18 years of age and of sound mind is encouraged to create a will, choose someone to have medical and financial power of attorney, and create other important estate documents. Estate planning is essential to make sure that your...

When Kentucky residents get started on the all-important task of estate planning, they probably know that they will be considering options like wills, trusts and power of attorney documents, among other options. However, some of our readers may not know that life...

Many Kentucky residents who must deal with the probate process are not sure what to expect or have questions about what is involved. This is understandable since the process is often assumed to be costly and/or lengthy. While that is true sometimes, it usually depends...

Most Kentuckians assume that a written will has the power to preclude any dispute between potential heirs about the distribution of the assets owned by the maker of the will. Unhappily, this assumption is often proved incorrect by the significant number of lawsuits...

If you want to create an estate plan that’s appropriate for you, your estate and your loved ones, you need to know how to use this customizable process to your advantage. However, if you’re like most people, you’re probably worried about how your loved ones are going...

Those stamps, sports memorabilia, coins, autographs and other collections may be part of a great hobby when you are alive but can cause inconvenience for your heirs after you die. Estate planning should address what happens to your collections and memorabilia....

For the most part, Kentucky law allows you to provide for anyone you want to in your estate plan. You can also omit almost anyone you want to. However, there are some limitations. One such limitation comes in the form of the state’s so-called omitted child statute....

To a lot of people, estate planning is so simple that they can be it put off until late in life. They think that nothing more than a simple will is needed, and that their assets will easily pass down to their loved ones as they see fit. Although some individuals can...

Your estate and the assets within it represent only part of your legacy. But these are legacies you want to preserve for your heirs and beneficiaries. And with a will in place, you need to be aware, alert and understand the importance of updating this critical legal...