I am frequently asked as an estate planning attorney: “how often should I review my estate plan?” Expectedly, the answer is “it depends.” One of the most important times to review your estate plan, however, is when you move to a new state or country. Properly drafted estate plans will be interpreted by the law …
NCAA v. NLRB: Athletes Forming a Labor Union
Northwestern quarterback Kain Colter speaks during a news conference in Chicago, Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2014. Several Northwestern football players announced they are forming the first labor union for college athletes. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty) In an unprecedented movement, football players from Northwestern University applied to be officially recognized as a labor union on January 28 this …
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Planning for More than Your Financial Life
As I referenced in my last blog post, when I mention estate planning as a part of my practice, I often hear “I don’t need any estate planning, I don’t have anything anyway.” But, did you know that estate planning can do more than leave money to your loved ones? A well-crafted estate plan should include …
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