Attorney James N. Voeller, Rebecca L. Jaroszewski and Rebekah Meeks Schement
Finding the right probate attorney for your needs When a person passes away, the grief associated with that loss is difficult to manage. But when legal matters related to the estate become part of the equation, grief can quickly turn to anger, causing, even more, pain for family members. That’s why it is essential to do as much pre-planning as…
9 things you need to know about estate planning San Antonio citizens of all ages and levels of wealth should have an estate plan in place. Here are 9 things you need to know about estate planning. Whether you know it or not, you have an estate. It’s comprised of everything you own, from your car and your home, to…
If you’re in business, you need a good lawyer As a business owner, you are juggling a million different things at any given time. With many of those challenges you can deal with by yourself, but in other instances, you should have an expert handling matters for you. It just makes good sense to surround yourself with a great accountant,…
Do I need to have a power of attorney in place? A power of attorney is a legal document that entitles a person to appoint an individual or an organization to manage their affairs if that person is unable to do so. A power of attorney can be created for many reasons, ranging from a person who is old with…
The advantages of a revocable trust A revocable trust is an agreement that allows an individual to sign a trust agreement that names another person as an executor with the power to administer the assets that are placed in the trust. A revocable trust simply means that the grantor of the trust can revoke, or change their minds regarding how…
Protecting the rights of the elderly in Texas There are about 2.4 million people in Texas who are 65 years or older. As Texas’s population continues to age, the Texas Attorney General is responsible for administering a series of rights specifically aimed at serving...
Protecting the rights of the elderly in Texas There are about 2.4 million people in Texas who are 65 years or older. As Texas’s population continues to age, the Texas Attorney General is responsible for administering a series of rights specifically aimed at serving...
Protecting your assets from civil money judgments Taking the appropriate legal steps to protect your assets from individuals and businesses who are seeking money judgments against you is critical to maintaining your long-term financial health. Asset protection is sometimes called debtor-creditor law, and the goal is to insulate assets from creditors without concealing them or evading taxes. Asset protection is…
The digital afterlife is among many conversations that people can engage in when making end-of-life decisions. Ignoring or evading such talks for emotional reasons may have the opposite desired outcome in the end, and prevent loved ones from enjoying their limited time together. Have you considered how many digital accounts you have out in cyberspace? What will happen to those…