Once the initial shock of learning about your terminal illness passes, you will have more than a fair share of worry. Two concerns that typically plague terminally ill patients are transferring assets to family members and personal medical care. Through estate...
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Month: July 2022
What should you consider in a parenting plan for teenagers?
Many parents think it is easy to create a parenting plan for teenage children. In some ways, it can be simpler than making a plan for younger kids, but it is far from easy. In some cases, it may actually be even more complicated. Most teens have more social needs (and...
Custody and relocation: It’s okay to talk about big changes
Whether you live in Brambleton, Reston, or Oakhill, you may feel that there is still a taboo when you want to talk about getting a divorce. You might want to discuss visitation and how you’d be affected if you chose to move to Herndon or Aldie, for example, or you...
Do you actually own your digital assets?
As you make your estate plan, you start by going through all the assets that you own. You know that it's wise to take inventory at the beginning so that nothing gets overlooked as the plan gets to be more complex. What you realize is that you've purchased a lot of...
Can your spouse stop the divorce?
Your spouse tells you that they’re not getting divorced under any circumstances. They claim that they’ll just stop the court case if you try to start one. Maybe they claim that it takes both people to agree to get divorced, so you can’t do it on your own. You’re...
Why every parent needs to have a will
Most children never need to spend more than a few days separated from their families until they are old enough to attend camp or prepare for college. Parents, especially married parents, tend to assume that they will support their children until they become adults....
How do people hide assets during divorce?
One thing that people are sometimes worried about when getting a divorce is that their spouse is going to be dishonest and attempt to hide some of their assets. Ashburn families are required to disclose each and every asset that they own to the court as they end their...
Your right to FEHBs after divorcing a federal employee
For divorcing spouses who are on their husband’s or wife’s health insurance plan, it’s crucial to make sure that you continue to have this insurance after the divorce is final. If you’re among the many Reston area residents with Federal Employees Health Benefits...
Divorcing with a child with special needs requires detailed plans
Whether you’re in Ashburn or Oak Hill, you want to be sure you have the right support if you’re going through a divorce. This kind of situation can be stressful for anyone, but when you’re dealing with divorce and have a child with special needs, the stress may feel...
Why a trust can help you if you someday need Medicaid benefits
Trusts aren't only estate planning instruments for those with millions of dollars in property. They are also valuable for professionals planning ahead for their retirements throughout New Jersey. Many professionals in the Herdon area won't have enough in savings...
