The Role of Trusts in Sound Estate Plans for Families

By Angela M. Ward, Attorney The term “Trust” is often misunderstood. Some Trusts are put in place to protect wealth, but Trusts also provide a range of practical benefits and can be used by parents in almost any income bracket. Parents with children under the age of 18 or individuals who are responsible for people with special needs should explore the value of Trusts to…

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Wills and Estates After a Parent’s Death

By Angela M. Ward, Attorney Losing a parent is hard, even if children are grown. However, knowing what to do when that day comes can help ease the difficulty. While dealing with grief can be burdensome, handling the legal aspects of a parent's estate doesn't have to be overwhelming. This article was created to help adult children in Central Pennsylvania understand how to satisfy…

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9 Tips to Get Your Will and Estate Planning in Order in 2023

By Angela M. Ward, Attorney As 2022 draws to a close, it's time to think about new year resolutions. And one of the best resolutions you can make is to update your Estate Plan. Whether you're writing your first Will or updating an Estate Plan for the twentieth time, there is a long list of considerations. Here are nine tips to get you started. Create…

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Why Parents at all Income Levels Should Understand What a Trust is and When to Create one

By Angela M. Ward, Attorney The term “Trust” has traditionally been associated with very wealthy individuals. For example, “Trust fund babies” refers to people who have inherited large fortunes. But Trusts provide a range of practical benefits and can be used by parents in almost any income bracket. Anyone with children under the age of 18 or who is responsible for people with special…

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