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Men: How to Protect the Inheritance Rights of Your Children Born Out of Wedlock

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Jul 28, 20232 min read

Men: How to Protect the Inheritance Rights of Your Children Born Out of Wedlock

Most people are shocked to learn that North Carolina children born out of wedlock (their parents are not married to each other) will not...

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Navigating the Inheritance Rights of Stepchildren: Ensuring Your Loved Ones Are Protected

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Jul 21, 20232 min read

Navigating the Inheritance Rights of Stepchildren: Ensuring Your Loved Ones Are Protected

As a stepparent, you've likely grown to love your stepchildren as your own. It's only natural to want to ensure they benefit from your...

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Identifying Cognitive Issues: When and How to Approach Your Loved One's Doctor Legally and Ethically

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Jul 15, 20232 min read

Identifying Cognitive Issues: When and How to Approach Your Loved One's Doctor Legally and Ethically

Cognitive decline is a challenging issue faced by many elderly individuals and their loved ones. It can be emotionally difficult and...

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The Delicate Subject of Disinheritance: To Explain or Not to Explain

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Jul 8, 20232 min read

The Delicate Subject of Disinheritance: To Explain or Not to Explain

Making the difficult decision to disinherit a child from your estate is never easy. You may be wondering: Do I need to explain my...

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Chapel Hill Estate Planning Attorney on Protecting Your Genetic Legacy

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May 30, 20232 min read

Chapel Hill Estate Planning Attorney on Protecting Your Genetic Legacy

As you embark on the journey of creating an estate plan, it's essential to consider all aspects of your life, including your genetic...

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Chatham County Trust and Estates Lawyer on How to Use Trusts to Protect Your Children's Future

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May 24, 20232 min read

Chatham County Trust and Estates Lawyer on How to Use Trusts to Protect Your Children's Future

Trusts are often associated with the ultra-rich, but in reality, they can be an essential tool for families across various income levels....

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Understanding Medicaid Recovery: What North Carolina Elder Law Clients Need to Know

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May 17, 20232 min read

Understanding Medicaid Recovery: What North Carolina Elder Law Clients Need to Know

As you navigate the complexities of North Carolina elder law and long-term care planning, one crucial aspect to understand is Medicaid...

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Chapel Hill Will and Trust Lawyers: Why Burial Plots Don't Need to Be Included in Your Living Trust

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May 10, 20232 min read

Chapel Hill Will and Trust Lawyers: Why Burial Plots Don't Need to Be Included in Your Living Trust

Estate planning involves careful consideration of your assets and how they'll be managed upon your passing. One common question that...

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Chapel Hill Elder Law Attorney on Strategies for Making Caregiving Easier

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Apr 26, 20233 min read

Chapel Hill Elder Law Attorney on Strategies for Making Caregiving Easier

While being a caregiver can be rewarding, it can also be extremely stressful. It is very common for caregivers to feel frustrated, tired,...

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Choosing a Third-Party Trustee: The Benefits and Advantages from a Chapel Hill Trust Lawyer

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Apr 24, 20232 min read

Choosing a Third-Party Trustee: The Benefits and Advantages from a Chapel Hill Trust Lawyer

When creating a trust, one important decision to make is who will act as the trustee. Choosing to name a non-family third party as the...

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Durham County Special Needs Attorneys Answer, “What Can a Special Needs Trust Pay For?”

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Apr 15, 20232 min read

Durham County Special Needs Attorneys Answer, “What Can a Special Needs Trust Pay For?”

Parenting an adult with special needs can present unique financial challenges. A Special Needs Trust can help to ease the burden by...

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Orange County Will and Trust Lawyers on Making Your Funeral Wishes Part of Your Estate Plan

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Apr 10, 20232 min read

Orange County Will and Trust Lawyers on Making Your Funeral Wishes Part of Your Estate Plan

Writing a Last Will and Testament is a crucial step in planning for your future. But did you know that it’s also possible to create a...

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Jan 25, 20239 min read

THE NORTH CAROLINA ELECTIVE SHARE LAW: AN OVERVIEW

The North Carolina elective share law protects surviving spouses from being disinherited (when the deceased spouse’s estate plan left...

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llaskody

Jan 25, 20231 min read

AN ELECTIVE SHARE OF WHAT?

It is a share of more than just the estate assets. It is possible to have a probate estate with no assets, and still have a big elective...

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Jan 25, 20232 min read

CAN YOU DISINHERIT YOUR SPOUSE IN NORTH CAROLINA?

It’s possible but there are laws to protect surviving spouses. North Carolina has one of the strongest laws to protect spouses from...

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llaskody

Jan 25, 20233 min read

STOPPING DISINHERITANCE

PROTECTING SURVIVING SPOUSES FROM DISINHERITANCE. The North Carolina elective share law is a powerful set of rules that ensures surviving...

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Jan 25, 20232 min read

SPOUSAL ELECTIVE SHARE VS. SPOUSAL (YEAR’S) ALLOWANCE

Many people confuse the Spousal Allowance (formally called “Year’s Allowance”) and the Elective Share. They are both available to...

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Jan 25, 20232 min read

WHY THE SPOUSAL ELECTIVE SHARE IS A “SECRET”

Mrs. Smith, a surviving spouse, is not given anything according to her deceased husband’s Will. She has a right to file for her Elective...

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