On behalf of Temmerman, Cilley & Kohlmann, LLP | Sep 22, 2020 | Estate Planning
Estate planning is a team effort. One element of this is your advisor — but even the best estate planning attorneys have a limited amount of power. There are other people involved in making a plan work. It depends on your situation, but they could include family...
On behalf of Temmerman, Cilley & Kohlmann, LLP | Sep 17, 2020 | Estate Planning
If you are ready to prepare your will, have you considered who you wish to have as the executor? The person you name will be responsible for administering your estate after your death. This is a highly responsible position that requires careful thought on your part...
On behalf of Temmerman, Cilley & Kohlmann, LLP | Sep 15, 2020 | Estate Planning
Like many people in California, you may have heard or read about an advance directive but you may not fully understand what it is or what it can do for you or for your family. As explained by the American Cancer Society, there are actually many types of documents...
On behalf of Temmerman, Cilley & Kohlmann, LLP | Aug 31, 2020 | Estate Planning
If you are setting up an estate plan, there are a lot of factors to consider, from dividing assets among loved ones and identifying the best type of estate plan. Sometimes, people aim to avoid the probate process, while others understand that their loved ones will...
On behalf of Temmerman, Cilley & Kohlmann, LLP | Aug 9, 2020 | Estate Planning
California residents work hard on estate plans. Your loved ones likely tried to take care of as much as possible before passing. This is so you would not have to deal with as much complex litigation. Unfortunately, life is not always predictable. Situations come up in...
On behalf of Temmerman, Cilley & Kohlmann, LLP | Aug 3, 2020 | Estate Planning
Through an advance directive, you can designate someone to act as your health care proxy to make health care decisions for you if you become incapacitated. Advance directives also provide important guidance to your doctors on matters such as pain management and...
On behalf of Temmerman, Cilley & Kohlmann, LLP | Aug 3, 2020 | Estate Planning
Almost inevitably, problems arise when someone dies without an estate plan. Family members must guess what the deceased would want. Disagreements can prolong the process and lead to quarrels that may last for years. In California, courts may end up making key...
On behalf of Temmerman, Cilley & Kohlmann, LLP | Jun 24, 2020 | Estate Planning
California residents may support their family’s financial well-being by engaging in thoughtful estate planning. Kiplinger explains that it is never too early to start creating your estate plan. Our firm helps people create comprehensive plans that protect their...
On behalf of Temmerman, Cilley & Kohlmann, LLP | May 22, 2020 | Estate Planning
When California residents create an estate plan, some make a mistake. They think this estate plan can remain untouched until their passing. Unfortunately, that is not the case. An estate plan should accurately reflect your current life circumstances. In other words,...
On behalf of Temmerman, Cilley & Kohlmann, LLP | May 4, 2020 | Estate Planning
In recent months, a lot of Americans are spending a considerable amount of time at home. Moreover, there are many reasons why people do not leave their homes or prefer to handle legal issues related to estate planning from their home, whether they have an anxiety...
