I recently attended the 53rd annual Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning, a leading educational conference for estate planning professionals in the United States. After twelve years of practicing law, I finally made this resolution a reality. To say the least, the conference did not ... » Learn More about “PLANNING” FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
NEW YEAR – NEW OUTLOOK ON HOLLYWOOD – HAPPIER KIDS
In the wake of a new year, many Americans are bursting with excitement at the idea of satisfying their new year’s resolutions: Exercise more, eat healthier, make more money, get a J-Lo booty! According to a YouGov poll, these were actually the most common goals set for 2018 (minus the J-Lo ... » Learn More about NEW YEAR – NEW OUTLOOK ON HOLLYWOOD – HAPPIER KIDS
Brady Bunch Estate Planning
Ever since Mike and Carol Brady became a “bunch”, blended families have become more than common among modern families. Unblended families are unique and dynamic in their own right. However, when families are combined, the atmosphere often reaches a whole new level. As an estate planning ... » Learn More about Brady Bunch Estate Planning
Two New Laws (1 Federal, 1 State) Which Will Affect Family Law Matters
Alimony / Spousal Support – There has been a lot of talk about the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act passed by Congress in December, 2017. While the media focus primarily on the changes in the tax brackets and business deductions, the Act’s impact upon spousal support of a soon-to-be ex-spouse has not received ... » Learn More about Two New Laws (1 Federal, 1 State) Which Will Affect Family Law Matters
Terminating Parental Rights
In my eleven years as a practicing attorney, I’ve completed estate plans for individuals in their final days of life, served as Guardian Ad Litem for children who have endured bullying and abuse, listened to and counseled clients as they cry in my office because they were just served with divorce ... » Learn More about Terminating Parental Rights