For most people in Arizona, a Last Will and Testament is probably the first choice for passing an estate on to heirs. However, depending on the diversity of your assets, you may decide to form a revocable living trust to take advantage of its before and after death benefits. As always, it…
The reality in the United States today is that more and more couples are deciding to live together without getting married. The U.S. Census confirmed this fact when its data showed that the number of live-in couples in the United States rose by 25 percent from 2000 to 2010. The…
In Arizona, it is illegal to abuse, neglect, or exploit a “vulnerable” adult. But under the law, can the perpetrators of “elder abuse” only be confined to nursing home facilities or individuals charged with the care of an elderly person? According to an Arizona Court of Appeals decision, that answer is…
If you are about to have a child or have just welcomed a new child into your family, congratulations! The experienced Arizona estate planning attorneys at Mushkatel, Gobbato, & Kile, P.L.L.C., wish you the best. The arrival of a new family member is a key time to consider updating your estate plan. Your…
When you are creating an estate plan, the help of an experienced Arizona estate planning attorney can be invaluable. Every estate is different, as is every family. As a result, “one size fits all” estate plans rarely provide the focused assistance you need. When planning your will, however, there are several points…
Most Arizonans who make an estate plan have two basic goals: To leave instructions that express how they want their estates to be distributed To make the process as simple as possible for their children or other loved ones. A Peoria, Arizona estate planning lawyer can help you create an estate…
If you are considering creating or modifying an estate plan in Arizona, one of the first steps in the process is to compile an inventory of your possessions. Only by knowing what your estate contains will you know what you have available to distribute to the people or charities of your choice…
Living trusts are one of many estate planning tools. Whether or not a living trust is right for you depends on several factors, including the assets in your estate and what instructions you wish to leave in your estate. An experienced Arizona estate planning attorney at Mushkatel, Gobbato, & Kile, P.L.L.C., can…
Divorce changes the lives of those involved. It means striking out on your own, changing how you and your spouse deal with the children, and facing complex financial issues. Divorce also means it is time to reconsider your estate plans. Even if you divorce, many of the designations in your…
Arizona residents who create estate plans often do so to seek peace of mind. An estate plan ensures that your instructions are clear after your death and that your wishes for your property are carried out. Certain estate plan documents, such as a power of attorney, may also be used to…
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