Estate Planning Attorney – American Wills & Estates

Why a Power of Attorney is Such an Important Part of an Estate Plan

FastWebEngine — Wed, 08 Nov 2017 22:51:32 +0000

When we talk to our clients about putting together a basic and effective estate plan, we always stress the importance of having a current, well drafted and comprehensive Power of Attorney as part of the plan. There are a lot of misconceptions about what a power of attorney is and how and when it can […]

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Pittsburgh’s #1 Choice for Estate Planning

FastWebEngine — Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:49:05 +0000

When it comes to getting your estate planning in order, I have some very simple advice: BE CAREFUL! Estate Planning doesn’t have to be complex, confusing and expensive, but it does have to be done correctly. In this day and age of do-it-yourself and online shopping it’s pretty easy to get yourself in trouble pretty […]

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Don’t Forget Your Pets When Formulating Your Estate Plan

FastWebEngine — Wed, 26 Jul 2017 13:41:57 +0000

As the owner of three rescue dogs this is always an issue that is near and dear to my heart. When you sit down to discuss having your estate plan and a Last Will and Testament put into place, make sure you take the opportunity to advise your attorney as to whether or not you […]

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Estate Planning Can Make a Big Difference

FastWebEngine — Wed, 12 Jul 2017 20:24:06 +0000

So you think estate planning has to be dull and boring? Here’s a list of some prominent celebrities who clearly understood the significance of having a well thought out and drafted estate plan in place. All of these individuals left sizable legacies to their families, friends, charities and other heirs in prudent and thoughtful manners that avoided […]

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12 Ways to Help Seniors Stay Relevant and Connected

FastWebEngine — Wed, 12 Jul 2017 15:50:59 +0000

In our law practice we often meet with senior citizens who have procrastinated and put off for years having an estate plan prepared. Unfortunately, the older the clients are the more emotionally charged this whole estate planning process often becomes. After all, the thought of our own mortality only becomes all the more heightened the older we […]

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