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Do You Need Power of Attorney If You Have a Joint Account?
January 23rd, 2023
When many Connecticut residents get older, they start to consider ways to allow their children or loved ones to assist them with everyday tasks, like paying bills and banking. Two of those ways are powers of attorney and joint accounts. Whether one o…
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Categories: Estate Planning
Should You Get a Revocable Living Trust?
December 21st, 2022
For many Connecticut residents, the idea of creating a trust for their families’ benefit can seem out of reach, or unnecessarily complicated. Knowing how these estate planning tools operate and when you should get a revocable living trust can help…
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Categories: Estate Planning
Non-Dischargeable Debts: What Are They and What To Do About Them
December 5th, 2022
For most Connecticut residents, filing for bankruptcy is about erasing unpayable balances on medical bills, credit cards, and other amounts owed. But some non-dischargeable debts can survive even bankruptcy proceedings. Knowing what these debts are,…
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How to Settle a Connecticut Decedent's Small Estate
November 30th, 2022
Not every person’s estate needs an extensive probate process. Small estates can often be settled through an expedited process that helps families access their loved one’s assets sooner. Understanding when and how to settle a Connecticut decedent…
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Categories: Estate Planning
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers About Connecticut Wills, “Will Packages”, Revocable Living Trusts, and Probate
October 24th, 2022
If you are just starting to plan for your family’s future, you may have questions about how estate planning works, and what documents you need to protect yourself and your family. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions and answers abo…
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What Happens in Bankruptcy When There is a Divorce?
October 18th, 2022
Money troubles are a common cause for divorce. When families get behind on their debts, the stress caused by collections can sometimes push couples apart. But even if you separate, you may want to carefully consider what happens to bankruptcy before,…
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How Does Chapter 11 Business Bankruptcy Affect Personal Assets?
September 15th, 2022
When an entrepreneurial venture fails or begins to struggle, the small business owner may start to consider bankruptcy as an option to right the financial ship. However, as you consider those options, you may worry about the impact a Chapter 11 busin…
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Categories: Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
How to Keep Your Home During Bankruptcy
August 23rd, 2022
When many Connecticut residents and families consider bankruptcy, their top priority is having a place to live. If you own a home and have run into financial difficulties due to an unexpected layoff, medical crisis, or uncontrolled debt, you may wond…
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Categories: Bankruptcy
How to Help Children Navigate Divorce
August 19th, 2022
Divorce can be hard on anyone. Children can have a difficult time adjusting to living with separated parents. Depending on the age of your children and the level of conflict in your divorce, your kids might feel pulled to take sides, or blame themsel…
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Categories: Divorce
Issues for Couples Facing a Gray Divorce
August 2nd, 2022
As a large part of the U.S. population gets older, the divorce rate among people over the age of 50 — also known as “gray divorce” — is becoming increasingly common. People who seek a divorce later in life are likely to encounter different ch…
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Categories: Divorce
