Category: Estate Planning

Your attorney builds the legal structure of your estate plan. Your financial advisor manages the assets that structure is supposed to govern....

Choosing an estate planning lawyer is about more than finding someone to prepare documents. The right attorney should help you understand...

As wealth grows, estate planning usually gets more layered. A simple will may still have a place, but high-net-worth families often need a...

When someone passes without a will in Virginia, the estate is settled under the Commonwealth’s intestacy laws. The term “Intestate”...

Planning for the future, whether due to disability, death, or unforeseen circumstances, can feel overwhelming. Protecting what you’ve built...

Elder financial exploitation is a widespread issue with severe consequences. The World Health Organization estimates that 6.8% of aging adults...

In our increasingly digital world, managing your online presence after death has become a vital component of comprehensive estate planning....

When it comes to probate in Virginia, one crucial detail often surprises many: only the original of a Last Will and Testament (that version...

When we think about passing down our legacy to future generations, we often focus on financial assets or family heirlooms. But what about...

Dear Valued Client, With President Trump’s re-election and Republican control of the Senate and  the House, we anticipate some...

As the old adage says – there are only two certainties in life, death and taxes. While a properly executed estate plan will address...

When most people are asked about their “estate plan,” they think about who they want to receive their assets upon their death. Some people...

Most people think about senior citizens and people with an illness when considering estate planning. Estate planning is important for business...

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect January 1, 2024, and requires certain business entities to report Beneficial Ownership...

Our own Emily A. Martin joins Coast Live to discuss the importance of Estate Administration, and making sure your assets are managed the way...

Elevating Your Estate Planning: The Power of Collaboration Effective estate planning is not just about legal documents – it’s...

In the world of estate planning, understanding the nuances is key to securing your legacy and ensuring a smooth transition of assets. In this...

Most, if not all of us, know someone that is affected by mental illness. Mental illness refers to a wide range of conditions that affect an...

It is with great honor to announce that Hook Law Center Attorney and Shareholder, Letha Sgritta McDowell, has been elected as a Fellow of...

It is important for taxpayers to be informed about required minimum distributions (RMDs) from IRAs so that they can plan accordingly for their...