On behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | May 28, 2020 | Estate Planning
You and your partner are having a baby. You have checked off all the essential tasks on your list, but have you thought about estate planning? No one likes to think about tragedy striking a young family, but not having an estate plan in place can make an unbearable...
On behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | Apr 24, 2020 | Estate Planning
After divorce, you may wind up taking the plunge and remarrying years later. When you do, a new blended family forms consisting of your biological children and your new spouse’s children. When it comes to estate planning, how do you ensure that your children get...
On behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | Apr 13, 2020 | Estate Planning
Many people in Ohio today are getting married for the second, third or subsequent time. These new marriages result in the blending of families on both sides and bring the opportunity for a happy future to all involved. A remarriage, however, may pose unique issues...
On behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | Mar 30, 2020 | Estate Planning
For adults of any age, it is never too early to think about estate planning matters. Even for younger adults with modest assets, having an estate plan in place offers multiple benefits. Some people assume that wills and trusts only take care of assets and that those...
On behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | Mar 17, 2020 | Estate Planning
Probate can be a very helpful process for many estates. It allows an executor and family to ensure they follow the law when handling the estate property. However, if someone dies who owns very little, is probate necessary? You may wonder about this if you have had a...
On behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | Feb 7, 2020 | Estate Planning
Although most individuals would assume there are not any restrictions on your final wishes, there are actually some topics you should leave off your will while writing it. Thankfully, planning your will in advance gives you time to make sure to avoid these certain...
On behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | Jan 17, 2020 | Estate Planning
The estate planning process is one that requires a great deal of time and effort. The thought that after all that exertion a portion of your assets will still be eaten up by taxes can be discouraging. Like most, however, you have likely accepted having to pay estate...
On behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | Jan 17, 2020 | Estate Planning
Like other adults in Ohio who are young and healthy, you may think the need for creating estate planning documents is a long way off. However, even those with no known or otherwise anticipated medical conditions may benefit from establishing a living will. In the...
On behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | Sep 17, 2019 | Estate Planning
Multiple tools are often needed to plan for end-of-life care and distributing assets in an estate. One such tool is the power of attorney. It’s important for estate owners in Ohio to understand how powers of attorney work. A power of attorney is used when a...
On behalf of Kroener Hale Law Firm | Aug 19, 2019 | Estate Planning
Ohio residents are sometimes reluctant to address estate planning issues because it can be difficult for them to contemplate their death. Another issue is the dizzying array of documents involved. Dealing with wills, trusts and powers of attorney can seem daunting to...
