How Does a Constructive Trust Work?
Certain types of trusts, however, may only be used in very specific situations and a constructive trust is one of them.
Ethan Huizenga
July 8, 2020
Jeremy Renner’s Daughter’s Trust: Problems
The in-court fights between Hawkeye actor Jeremy Renner and his ex-wife Sonni Pacheco have not slowed, despite current world events.
Ethan Huizenga
June 24, 2020
Guardian Proceedings & Legal Representation
It’s hard to imagine being stripped by a court of the right to make decisions about finances, medical care and other matters. It’s even harder to imagine that happening without representation or the advice from a lawyer.
Ethan Huizenga
May 15, 2020
Five Common Estate Planning Mistakes
When is the last time you updated your will? Could your beneficiaries have changed? If you have a trust, did you actually fund it? Is your plan ready for the new SECURE Act? Here are five mistakes you don’t want to make.
Ethan Huizenga
May 12, 2020
What Should I Know about Guardianships?
One of the key functions of the family law system is to ensure that children are looked after appropriately. This is the basis for the doctrine of legal guardianship.
Ethan Huizenga
May 11, 2020
Retirement Planning and Declining Abilities
When a loved one is experiencing cognitive decline, emotional and medical considerations often overshadow the financial planning that needs to happen. This is a potentially costly mistake.
Ethan Huizenga
May 7, 2020
Guardianship Verses Power of Attorney
With all the media buzz about guardians stealing money from those whom they are meant to protect and overall financial abuse issues involving seniors, it’s a good moment to revisit how surrogate decision-making works.
Ethan Huizenga
March 30, 2020
Different Types of Powers of Attorney
A power of attorney names a person who can act on your behalf. This person is called your “agent” or “attorney-in-fact.” Before you create a power of attorney, you should know your options and which ones your home state allows.
Ethan Huizenga
March 27, 2020
Name Your Medical Power of Attorney
In these uncertain times, it’s more important than ever to have your legal, financial and medical ducks in a row. Sadly, when serious illness strikes it is usually quite rapid and often unexpected. In these times, however, we do have forewarning that we are all at risk of contracting COVID-19, the coronavirus.
Ethan Huizenga
March 27, 2020
Protecting Adult Children with Disabilities
Adults with disabilities are living much longer than in the past, which means their aging parents must plan for the day when their dependent children outlive them.
Ethan Huizenga
February 14, 2020