PB Law Blog... Trusts and Stuff

Happy LGBTQ Pride Month!   

Most people, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation, should make an estate plan. However, same-sex couples/families and LGBTQ individuals may have more to gain from making an estate plan than others because of the ever-changing nature of the laws surrounding LGBTQ issues.  An estate plan can also help clarify the nature their relationship for those family members or professionals who may not (sadly) understand it or approve of it.  In honor of Pride Month, this week's blog addresses 6 Key Estate Planning Issues to consider for LGBTQ families & individuals.

Today's blog features an article by Guest Blogger, Craig Meadows, of Surviving Day One... https://survivingdayone.com/

It’s scary out there!  In Nevada, and throughout the country, people are increasingly using the legal system to unjustly deprive others of their life’s work.  Millions of new lawsuits are filed in the United States every year, many of which are frivolous...

In this week's blog, our Las Vegas-based trust attorney, Tiffany Ballenger Floyd, answers some of the most frequently asked questions she receives about estate planning. 

In March of 2017, a good friend of mine died tragically in a horrific car accident.  She left behind her 9-year old twin daughters. The event prompted me to ask- what happens in the Worst Case Scenario... 

Here’s what you can do to make your business and asset protection as strong as possible.

Great article that covers common estate planning myths (that we hear about all the time)...

Mortality is a bizarre concept to wrap your mind around...

                Wealth to me is not about money.  I gauge my wealth on the relationships I have, the quality of time I am able to enjoy with my family, the level of joy and happiness I feel when I am able to provide experiences and special moments with my children.  Yes, money does afford me the ability to create certain experiences with my family and friends, but I don't measure my wealth by the size of my bank account...

Great Forbes article on why Nevada is an excellent choice for estate planning & asset protection.

Spring has sprung! As our lives become busier, we tend to place organization on the lower end of the priority list.  Since Spring is the season of fresh starts, this is a great time to revisit the things you have been putting off and incorporate some tools to help you stay organized!