by cooneylaw | Jan 21, 2025 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
Dying without a Will, or dying intestate, can trigger unnecessary stress for your family. Many people think dying without a will turns the probate process into a free for all. However, if you die without a Will, Washington State law kicks in and applies a formula to...
by cooneylaw | Nov 19, 2024 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
A Last Will and Testament is a “must have” for every adult. Your Will provides clarity about your wishes to family and loved ones who are already grieving. Most people start to think about an estate plan when they’re reminded of their own mortality. Maybe you just got...
by cooneylaw | Oct 15, 2024 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
A Living Will is one of several documents that make up a comprehensive estate plan. Living Wills are also called Health Care Directives or Advanced Directives. A Health Care Directive clearly states your wishes regarding the use of certain life-sustaining medical...
by cooneylaw | Jun 11, 2024 | Estate Planning & Probate
A Living Will, or Health Care Directive, is one of the documents in a comprehensive estate plan. Some folks also call these Advanced Directives. They clearly state your wishes regarding certain life-sustaining medical treatments in case you’re in a permanent...
by cooneylaw | Mar 5, 2024 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a document that allows someone you designate to act on your behalf. These should be part of every adult’s estate plan. A POA can help reduce stress when unforeseen problems pop up. For individuals, there are two main types of POA’s: a...
by cooneylaw | Nov 14, 2023 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
Estate Planning may not be top of mind during the busy holiday season. However, it can be a good opportunity to discuss your estate plans with your loved ones. An open conversation about your estate plan is an important part of making sure your wishes are followed...
by cooneylaw | Nov 1, 2022 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
Generally, a Power of Attorney (POA) is a document that allows someone you specify to act on your behalf. These should be part of everyone’s estate plan since they can minimize the impact of unforeseen problems in the future. When it comes to individual estate...
by cooneylaw | Oct 11, 2022 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
A Living Will is one of several documents that make up a comprehensive estate plan. Sometimes these are called Advanced Directive or Health Care Directive. They clearly state your wishes regarding the use of certain life-sustaining medical treatments in the event...
by cooneylaw | Aug 30, 2022 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
Estate planning, which is more than just a Will, is truly an act of love. Having your estate plan in place takes pressure off your grieving relatives if you are incapacitated or pass away. Deciding when to make your estate plan is more about your stage of life and...
by cooneylaw | Apr 27, 2021 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
A comprehensive estate plan includes several legal documents that clearly lay out your wishes, including a Health Care Directive. This document, also referred to as a Living Will or Advanced Directive, clearly states your wishes regarding the use of certain...
