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...
by Lauren Jackson | May 19, 2025 | Beneficiary, Estate Planning, Living will, Power of Attorney, Trusts, Wills
Many single individuals without children assume they don’t need an estate plan. After all, if there are no dependents or immediate heirs, what’s the urgency? As an estate planning attorney, I can assure you—estate planning is just as essential for you as it is for...
by Lauren Jackson | Apr 9, 2025 | Attorney, Beneficiaries, Estate Planning, Guardian, Lawyer, Revocable living trust, Wills
A question that we get asked often is “when should I update my estate plan?” Updating your estate plan is essential to ensure it reflects your current wishes and circumstances. You should update your estate plan whenever significant life events occur or when you know...
by Lauren Jackson | Mar 12, 2025 | Attorney, Beneficiaries, Estate Planning, Guardian, Life Insurnace, Wills
When creating an estate plan, many parents with young children have one big concern: Who will provide for our children financially if something were to happen to us? One of the most important goals of parenting is ensuring your children’s long-term financial...
