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Survivors’ Checklist: Six Immediate Steps to Take after a Death

December 15, 2015 Posted In Firm News
by Justin Blow

The death of a loved one can turn your world upside down. While grief can be overwhelming, if one person is ready to take action to prepare the estate for settlement, the following process of transferring the estate to the heirs can be resolved more efficiently. What to Do Following a Death? Take care of…

How Does Portability Affect Estate Taxes?

December 5, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning,Estate Taxes
by Justin Blow

A Denver estate planning lawyer discusses how portability for federal estate taxes can help reduce tax obligations. Since 2011 in the U.S., married couples have been able to take advantage of portability for federal estate tax purposes, allowing them to share certain unused exemptions and save on their overall estate tax obligations. Although portability is…

How Often Should I Update My Will?

November 15, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning,Wills
by Justin Blow

A Denver estate planning attorney explains when wills and estate plans should be updated. It depends on the nature of your estate, as well as your life circumstances. We will delve into this answer more below. When to Update a Will & Estate Plan? In general, it’s recommended that people review and update their wills,…

Four Estate Planning Mistakes that Can Cost Your Loved Ones Later

November 5, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney,Wills
by Justin Blow

The right estate plan can preserve your wishes for the future while protecting your loved ones’ interests and possibly even minimizing the need for probate. Of course, the “right” estate plan can vary from situation to situation, depending on the details of an estate (among other things). That being stated the following are among the…

Four Myths about Colorado Probate Dispelled

October 25, 2015 Posted In Creditors and Probate,Firm News,Probate, Estate, & Trust Administration
by Justin Blow

Don’t believe these myths about Colorado probate, a Denver probate attorney explains. Get the facts so you know how to preserve your interests in probate. Probate in Colorado can be an involved process that, even for more modest estates, can take six months or longer to resolve. While many people are aware that probate can…

Five Warning Signs of Breach of Fiduciary Duties

October 15, 2015 Posted In Breach of Fiduciary Duty
by Justin Blow

“Know the warning signs of breach of fiduciary duty so you know when to take action & hold negligent fiduciaries accountable,” notes an estate planning lawyer in Denver. Fiduciaries, including personal representatives and the executors of wills, are bound to act with a certain level of care and prudence when it comes to administering a…

How to Select an Estate Planning Lawyer: Four Things to Look For

October 5, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning
by Justin Blow

When you want to choose the right and best Denver estate planning lawyer to help you put an effective estate plan in place, here is what to look for, our Denver estate attorney can explain. When you are ready to put an estate plan in place, one of the first steps to take can be…

Four Estate Planning Basics: What Everyone Should Know When Developing an Estate Plan

September 25, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney,Trusts,Wills
by Justin Blow

Estate planning is not just about figuring out what will happen to your assets after you pass. It is also about setting up protections for you and your loved ones. In fact, a comprehensive, effective estate plan can save a significant amount of stress, grief and money in the future. As you start to develop…

Four Helpful Tips for Executors & Personal Representatives Who Are Settling an Estate

September 15, 2015 Posted In Breach of Fiduciary Duty,Estate Planning,Probate, Estate, & Trust Administration
by Justin Blow

The process of settling an estate can be long, complicated and at times, contentious. While there can be a lot to do to settle an estate in the months following the death of a loved one. It is important to keep the following tips in mind can help those in charge, namely executors and personal…

Pros & Cons of Living Trusts: What You Should Know?

August 27, 2015 Posted In Trust Administration,Trusts
by Justin Blow

Living trusts can be powerful estate planning tools that can offer a lot of benefits to trustmakers (or grantors), as well as their beneficiaries. However, living trusts are not for everyone. There may be some drawbacks to developing them in some cases. Below, we will explore the pros and cons of living trusts more closely.…

Four Costly Probate Mistakes to Avoid

August 10, 2015 Posted In Creditors and Probate,Probate, Estate, & Trust Administration
by Justin Blow

Although probate can be a lengthy, involved process, making mistakes during it can end up complicating it further, potentially increasing both the duration and costs of the process. For personal representatives, it can also mean that they are held personally liable for their mistakes, as they could be sued, depending on the nature of the…

What is the probate process in Colorado?

July 20, 2015 Posted In Probate, Estate, & Trust Administration
by Justin Blow

This is the only guide you need to navigate Colorado probate Many estates must navigate the Colorado probate waters after a person’s death. This process can range from straightforward in uncontested cases to complex and demanding in situations involving disputed wills or estate administration issues. Below, our Denver probate attorney delves into the Colorado probate…