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On Behalf of Lewis Law Office, P.C. | May 22, 2023 | Avoiding Probate, Non Probate Transfers
When a Missouri resident passes away, their assets are usually distributed to their heirs through a legal process known as probate. However, some assets can be transferred outside of probate through certain methods. Joint tenancy with right of survivorship When two or...
On Behalf of Lewis Law Office, P.C. | May 9, 2023 | Estate Planning
Choosing a trustee to manage your estate is a crucial decision with long-lasting consequences for your family and loved ones. The right person will have the responsibility of carrying out your wishes and managing the assets in the best interests of the beneficiaries,...
On Behalf of Lewis Law Office, P.C. | Mar 24, 2023 | Estate Planning
Many estate plans are set up to avoid Missouri probate court. Probate court can complicate things for your beneficiaries and lengthen an already painful process. One of the better estate planning tools to help avoid probate court is a revocable trust. Trusts of all...
On Behalf of Lewis Law Office, P.C. | Feb 3, 2023 | Estate Planning
Trusts are powerful estate planning tools that you can use in tandem with a will. Trusts differ from wills in that your chosen trustee assumes the responsibility of distributing assets placed within the trust to your beneficiaries, rather than leaving the process to...
On Behalf of Lewis Law Office, P.C. | Jan 17, 2023 | Estate Planning
A will is a legal document that outlines how a person's assets should be distributed after their death. While it is a common and useful estate planning tool in Missouri, there are many misconceptions about wills that can lead to misunderstandings and confusion. Here...
On Behalf of Lewis Law Office, P.C. | Dec 23, 2022 | Estate Planning
Helping aging parents determine how to plan for the future of their estate might be challenging. Understanding the significant roles that people may play throughout the process can offer confidence and limit confusion. Estate planning often involves designating people...
On Behalf of Lewis Law Office, P.C. | Dec 23, 2022 | Estate Planning
The Trustee of a trust or an estate has to stay on top of a lot of important responsibilities. Unfortunately, making a mistake in their performance of their duties could have serious consequences. If there are more than one Trustee serving as co-Trustees, both...
On Behalf of Lewis Law Office, P.C. | Nov 7, 2022 | Estate Planning
If you intend to use Medicaid to pay for your long-term care needs, starting your planning before you reach a crisis can help you save money and retain property for your beneficiaries. There are many ways to manage your assets so that you qualify for Medicaid....
On Behalf of Lewis Law Office, P.C. | Sep 1, 2022 | Estate Planning
Talking to your parent about the inevitable is not something that comes easy to anyone, and it only gets harder as time passes. However, you will do your parent, yourself and the rest of your family a favor by broaching the subject of estate planning as soon as...
On Behalf of Lewis Law Office, P.C. | Jun 3, 2022 | Estate Planning
Though do-it-yourself estate planning seems like a viable option for saving money, it is often one of the things that are worth investing in. Here are three reasons to pay a professional to handle your estate planning rather than attempting a DIY. 1. DIY tools do not...
