On behalf of Kirtland & Seal, L.L.C. | Jan 31, 2019 | Firm News, Will Contests And Probate Disputes
A handwritten will, known as a “holographic” will, is generally legal in Colorado — as long as the document meets certain requirements. If you’re curious about whether or not a handwritten will can hold up in court, here’s what you need...
On behalf of Kirtland & Seal, L.L.C. | Jan 24, 2019 | Estate Planning, Firm News
When you’re contemplating end-of-life issues and your final wishes, it’s important to watch out for some painfully common mistakes. Here are the worst estate planning mistakes we see: 1. Deciding to forgo the will You need a will. In fact, every adult...
On behalf of Kirtland & Seal, L.L.C. | Jan 22, 2019 | Firm News
When people think of estate plans, they likely imagine writing a will. Though a will works well for some, it might not be the best estate planning document for everyone. Creating a trust provides benefits that a will does not, and it is often a wise choice for people...
On behalf of Kirtland & Seal, L.L.C. | Jan 17, 2019 | Conservatorships And Guardianships, Firm News
When people make out their wills, they often don’t think about the possibility that an injury or illness will leave them incapacitated and unable to make their own financial or medical decisions. This is where conservators and guardians come in. The Colorado...
On behalf of Kirtland & Seal, L.L.C. | Jan 10, 2019 | Elder Law, Firm News
If you watch a lot of television dramas, you might think that everyone who has a will has a lawyer looking after it — or, at the very least, a wall safe where it can be kept away from prying eyes and meddlesome relatives. In reality, that’s not how it...
On behalf of Kirtland & Seal, L.L.C. | Jan 6, 2019 | Firm News, Will Contests And Probate Disputes
You may be heartbroken and infuriated by turns after learning the contents of a loved one’s will — but should you sue? While some of your friends and relatives may be urging you to take action, it’s important to take a moment so that you fully...
On behalf of Kirtland & Seal, L.L.C. | Jan 4, 2019 | Estate Planning, Firm News
Once you set up a revocable living trust to hold your assets, you don’t necessarily stop acquiring new assets. What happens if you die before some of those new assets have been added to the trust (or otherwise been assigned designated beneficiaries)? This is...
