by Lauren Jackson | Jul 3, 2026 | Attorney, Guardian, Lawyer, Power of Attorney
A lot of the calls I get about adult guardianship start the same way. An adult child has noticed their mother can no longer keep track of her bills, or a family calls because a brother was in an accident and can no longer make his own medical decisions. Whatever...
by Lauren Jackson | May 5, 2026 | Estate Planning, intentionally defective grantor trust, Trusts
An Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust (IDGT) is a sophisticated estate planning strategy designed to shift future appreciation out of a client’s taxable estate while intentionally preserving certain income tax obligations. When properly structured, it allows the...
by Lauren Jackson | Jan 23, 2026 | Beneficiaries, Divorce, Estate Planning, Power of Attorney, Trusts, Wills
In the aftermath of a divorce, updating your estate plan is rarely a top priority. Many people are emotionally drained, overwhelmed, and focused on simply getting through the next day. Unfortunately, failing to update your estate plan after a divorce can lead to...
by Lauren Jackson | Oct 18, 2025 | Beneficiaries, Estate Planning, Revocable living trust, Trusts, Wills
An often overlooked but increasingly important part of an individual’s estate in today’s world is their digital assets. A digital estate plan outlines how your online accounts and electronic records should be managed or distributed after your death. What exactly is...
by Lauren Jackson | Aug 26, 2025 | Attorney, Estate Planning, Lawyer, Limited Liability Company, Real Estate
As a real estate and estate planning attorney, one question I hear all the time is:“Should I put my rental property in an LLC?” It’s a great question—and the answer depends on what you’re trying to accomplish. It could be used for asset protection, liability...
by Lauren Jackson | Aug 16, 2025 | Attorney, Billing, Estate Planning
One of the most common questions I hear from clients is, “What is this going to cost?” It’s a fair question—and unfortunately, many law firms don’t give a clear answer. Too often, clients receive a bill that is far higher than expected, leading to frustration and...
