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If you live in Tennessee and you do not have a power of attorney, you leave important decisions to chance. A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that lets you choose a trusted person to act on your behalf. Without one, your family has limited authority to help...
Parents often worry about passing their wealth to young or financially inexperienced heirs. An incentive trust (aka conditional trust) allows you, the grantor, to place specific conditions on inheritance distributions to encourage positive life choices. This planning...
Unmarried couples in Tennessee can face unique challenges when planning for the future. State law does not provide automatic inheritance rights for partners who are not married. Strong documentation is essential because state inheritance rules favor biological...
It’s an unfortunate reality, but family ties can sometimes become very fragile – or even snap. When someone dies, it isn’t uncommon for the estate’s personal representative (sometimes known as an executor) to find that there’s an heir whose whereabouts are unknown. In...
Blended families have become increasingly common, as 40% of American families with children are blended. These family dynamics bring together spouses, children, stepchildren and sometimes grandchildren from previous relationships. For these families, estate planning...
A Tennessee estate plan can fail to meet your current needs if it is not reviewed on a regular basis. Many families face planning gaps that can create confusion later without timely evaluations. A periodic review helps confirm that your plan still reflects your goals...
A revocable living trust only works as intended when assets are properly transferred into it. Many Tennessee residents create a trust but fail to include some of their most important assets. This oversight can lead to probate and delays that the trust was designed to...
When a loved one passes away, most families face questions about estate documents they never expected to answer. One question surfaces consistently: does a power of attorney supersede a will? The short answer is no. These two documents carry entirely different legal...
A revocable living trust is a powerful estate planning tool. It helps a person protect their resources and structure the legacy they intend to leave after they pass. The grantor who establishes a revocable living trust often serves as the initial trustee. They manage...
The Tennessee probate courts oversee estate administration. They validate wills, resolve disputes regarding inheritances and ensure that every interested party has an opportunity to assert their rights. The probate process often begins with the submission of a will to...