One of the main questions clients will ask is, “How I can avoid probate when I pass away?” This common question stems from a long history of “probate” being associated as an evil word or a long and expensive legal process, which is to be avoided at all costs. It is true that probate is court driven, public, can be time consuming and expensive, … [Read more...] about How Can I Avoid Probate | Arizona Probate Attorney
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Who Should Be My Life Insurance Beneficiary? #EstatePlanningAttorney
The question, “who should be your designated beneficiary under your life insurance policy” is a very important family decision that should be made after careful consideration of all relevant family and financial goals in mind. As an experienced estate planning attorney, I strongly suggest if you have a blended family, minor children, disabled … [Read more...] about Who Should Be My Life Insurance Beneficiary? #EstatePlanningAttorney
What Can We Learn From Robin Williams’ Estate Plan? #EstatePlanningAttorney
The unfortunate death of actor Robin Williams in August 2014 has sparked numerous articles, blogs and commentary on his life, family, comedy, mental illness, depression, and his estate plan. Whenever a celebrity passes away, either by natural causes or prematurely by unfortunate circumstances or events, undoubtedly that celebrity’s estate plan … [Read more...] about What Can We Learn From Robin Williams’ Estate Plan? #EstatePlanningAttorney
Should Avoiding Probate Be Your First Priority in Arizona Estate Planning?
Our Arizona probate attorneys realize that probate is a term that may bring with it fear into the hearts of many family members. Usually, it is because of horror stories they have heard or even experienced themselves with a loved one’s estate. Many advisors, non-attorney "trust mills," and even probate attorneys will tout the need to do proper … [Read more...] about Should Avoiding Probate Be Your First Priority in Arizona Estate Planning?
Proof of Authority: How an Out of State Executor Conducts Estate Business in Arizona
As Arizona probate attorneys we receive many phone calls from family members, personal representatives, and beneficiaries who do not live in the State of Arizona, but a deceased loved one died here. We are able and willing to help such out of state individuals with an Arizona probate administration, trust administration or other administration … [Read more...] about Proof of Authority: How an Out of State Executor Conducts Estate Business in Arizona
New Court Mandated Training for All Persons Serving as a Personal Representative, Guardian or Conservator #EstatePlanningAttorney
Arizona Estate Planning & Probate Attorney, Kenneth Barney wants you to take notice: Pursuant to Rule 27.1(A) of the Arizona Rules of Probate Procedure, effective September 1, 2012, all non-licensed persons requesting to serve in any court appointed fiduciary capacity must receive training from the Arizona Supreme Court prior to appointment. A … [Read more...] about New Court Mandated Training for All Persons Serving as a Personal Representative, Guardian or Conservator #EstatePlanningAttorney