Estates & Trusts

Your Life Changed. Did Your Plan?

Jul 23, 2026

Imagine spending forty years building your retirement. You contributed consistently through good mar...

After the Diagnosis, What Comes Next?

Jul 16, 2026

When people think about elder law, Alzheimer's disease or dementia is often the first condition that...

America Celebrates Independence. Have You Protected Yours?

Jul 02, 2026

On July 4, 2026, America celebrates 250 years of independence. For generations, Independence Day ...

What Aretha Franklin’s Estate Battle Really Teaches

Jun 25, 2026

In July 2023, nearly five years after Aretha Franklin's death, a Michigan jury ruled that a handwrit...

You Already Have an Estate

Jun 18, 2026

They were not wealthy by any conventional definition. They had a house in Westland paid off over thi...

The Talk That Gets Harder Every Year You Wait

Jun 11, 2026

You almost bring it up every time you visit. Maybe it happens in the kitchen, noticing unopened mail...

Nobody Thinks About Power of Attorney Until This Happens

May 28, 2026

Nobody plans a stroke into their week. It arrives without an appointment, without the courtesy of...

Before Something Goes Wrong: A Michigan Family’s Guide to Elder Law

May 15, 2026

There is a particular kind of quiet that settles over a family after a parent ends up in the hospita...

Top 7 Estate Planning Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Mar 04, 2026

Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid: Protect Your Legacy and Your Loved Ones Estate planning is one...

How Does the Step Up in Basis Rule Work in Estate Planning?

Jan 28, 2026

If you’ve ever wondered what is step up in basis and why it matters in thoughtful estate planning,...