Special Needs Trust Are Important If you have a child with special needs, it is important to establish care for them in case something happens to you. In order to make sure they are taken care of financially for life after you pass, there are a couple important things to consider. Government Benefits Government benefits may be available to help …
Do You Know Your Beneficiaries?
A recent Supreme Court Decision, available here underscores why everyone should double check who their beneficiaries are. In Hillman v. Maretta, a remarried man failed to change the beneficiaries on a Life Insurance policy, which still named his former spouse as the beneficiary. Although there was a state law, which prevented divorced spouses from being designated beneficiaries, it conflicted with …
4 Tips for Avoiding Family Conflicts During Estate Planning
Family feuds often occur over inheritances, resulting in lengthy and costly litigation for all involved. With careful estate planning, future family conflicts can be avoided. At Estrada-Legal, PC, we work closely with our clients to identify potential conflicts and develop solutions. Families should consider the following tips: 1) Include every family member in major decisions. Promoting openness from the outset …
How to Avoid Probate in the State of Arizona
Defined simply, probate is the court process of proving the validity of a will and transferring assets of the deceased as specified by the will. It has been described as a lawsuit you bring on yourself, paid for by you, to transfer your assets to other people. This process can be time consuming, costly and avoidable. In the state of …
The Basics of Minor Education Trusts
At Kamper Estrada, LLP we pride ourselves in taking a thorough approach to estate planning. Planning for your future is important and we are capable of creating all your legal documents to protect you, your assets and your beneficiaries. If you have children, especially minor children, it is crucial to plan in advance for their financial futures. Many parents dream …
4 Steps to Protect Your Kids
At Estrada Legal, we work hard to identify your specific needs and tailor your estate plans accordingly. If you have kids under the age of 18 living with you, estate planning is something that should not be put off. Planning who will care for your kids if you can’t is just one area of critical importance. Without a plan in …
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Kamper Estrada, LLP works with clients to create comprehensive solutions to manage their assets, protect from capacity, and translate future goals into sustainable plans. Giancarlo Estrada founded Kamper Estrada, LLP and over the years has built a team of attorneys you can trust. Estrada-Legal PC specializes in Wills, Probate, Asset Protection, Living Trusts and Trust Administration. The firm also is …
Succession Planning
Starting a business can be overwhelming, but you have to look at every aspect of the business when you decide to run your own. Whether you decide to open a small family restaurant or have plans to run a giant corporation, it is important to think about the future. After working your whole life to create a business, it should …