As we progress through the stages of life, our estate planning needs may change significantly. Young people with no dependents and little property may not need much in the way of estate planning, but once families form, it is time to start considering these issues...
Month: June 2018
Resolving disputes around multiple wills
On Behalf of Law Office of Barbara J. Dibble | Jun 22, 2018 | Wills
Sometimes, when reading a deceased person's will to determine the distribution of his or her estate, more than one will is present. If the different iterations of the will contain drastically varying terms, this can create significant conflicts in the estate...
Community property law and estate planning
On Behalf of Law Office of Barbara J. Dibble | Jun 15, 2018 | Estate Planning
Estate planning is a complicated business, but in community property states, it is even more so. Under community property laws, spouses both enjoy one-half ownership of all their marital property, which can greatly complicate matters when it comes time to create an...
What is testamentary capacity in will creation?
On Behalf of Law Office of Barbara J. Dibble | Jun 8, 2018 | Wills
When a person creates a will, it is very important to establish his or her testamentary capacity for the will to withstand potential legal challenges. Testamentary capacity is a person's legal ability to create a valid will. Some individuals simply do not possess that...
When does a trust dissolve?
On Behalf of Law Office of Barbara J. Dibble | Jun 1, 2018 | Trusts
When discussing estate planning, it's hard to talk for more than about five minutes without bringing up trusts. In modern estate planning practice, trusts are one of the most commonly used tools to help an individual protect his or her estate and determine how that...
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