12 Steps of Divorce - Basic, Divorce, Estate Planning, Finances, Real Estate & Divorce
In this series, the Andersen Law PC blog is spelling out the 12 steps of divorce one month at a time. This month, we wrap it up with Step 12: QDROs and other post-decree issues. (To read the process in a more personalized, real-world context, follow the tales of two...
Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills
Do you need a will or do you need a revocable living trust? It’s common for clients to think they need a trust until a lawyer educates them. Often, a will suffices. As an estate planning attorney and a probate attorney, I do not push for a trust unless it is...
Elder law, Estate Planning, Living Wills, Power of Attorney
As we age, it becomes increasingly important to plan for future health care needs and ensure that our wishes will be respected, even when we may not be able to communicate them any longer. Living wills and other advance directives are essential tools in elder law that...
Estate Planning, Power of Attorney, Trusts, Wills
Estate planning is crucial to protecting your family, your future and your finances. With proper estate planning, you can be assured that your wishes will be met if you become unable to make decisions regarding your health and finances and that your assets are...
Divorce, Estate Planning, Finances, Insurance, Podcast
While initiating or going through a divorce, updating your insurance — including home, auto, life and business — is crucial. On this episode of “Breaking Upward,” host Beth Andersen interviews insurance expert Melissa Dahlman-Babers who weighs in on what you need to...