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Some clients ask, often with apprehension, whether they will have to deal with a paralegal.  In reality, the benefits that a well-trained estate planning paralegal can bring to the attorney-client […]

It is important for debtors to have strategies for protecting their valuable assets from potential creditors, just as it is important for creditors to have techniques for collecting debts.   Furthermore, […]

Selecting the right trustee is very important.    A trust is an agreement between you and your trustee, who will ultimately be in charge of your assets and your personal affairs.  […]

When it is time to start planning for the care of your pet after your death, you have several estate planning options, ranging from provisions in your will, to a […]

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Nevada Pet Trusts from Brad Anderson When it is time to start planning for the care of your pet after your death, you have several […]

Technically speaking, you can take money out of your IRA at any time.  The real question is, whether you want to pay a penalty or not.  The government discourages us […]

Now,at the beginning of a new year, it is worth reviewing the status of same-sex marriage in our country. Topics covered in this whitepaper include: States that Recognizes Same-Sex Marriage […]

Owning a family business requires a business succession plan if you want the business to continueon after your retirement or death. Topics covered in this whitepaper include: Farm Succession Planning […]

Status of Same Sex Marriage in The United States from Brad Anderson   Marriage is a sacred institution, not only in the public eye, but also in the courts. It […]

A family pet is not only a friend for life, but your cat or dog may become as much a part of your family as any other member.  As such, […]

Hopefully by now you understand that you need more than Social Security benefits and a 401k to be adequately prepared for retirement. The truth is, in order to be comfortable […]

Same-sex couples need to create an estate plan that sets out their intentions in these specific legal areas, in order to make their choices legally binding. Topics covered in this […]

Intestate Succession in Nevada from Brad Anderson Dying “intestate” means that you did not create a plan for how your estate should be handled upon your death. When you have […]

In Nevada, if the deceased person's assets exceed $20,000, or if there is real estate involved, probate is normally required.  Topics covered in this whitepaper include: When Does a Probate […]

Contrary to what many people believe, trusts do not inherently protect assets.  The amount of protection a trust can provide for your assets depends on how the terms are written.  […]

Guide to Being a Personal Representative in Nevada from Brad Anderson Anyone who is over the age of 21, of sound mind and has not been convicted of a felony, […]

LGBTQ Estate Planning in Nevada from Brad Anderson This type of agreement is similar to a prenuptial agreement, in that it provides the terms for dividing your property if you […]

When you have no plan, the probate court will determine how to handle your assets, based on the laws of intestate succession. Based on those laws, to whom your property […]