On behalf of Haberstroh, Sullivan & George, LLP | Jun 19, 2020 | Estate Planning
People in Pennsylvania may not like thinking about death and would much rather focus on life. However, it is important to prepare for death as people are not able to bring anything with them. Most people have at least heard of wills and trusts and that they are used...
On behalf of Haberstroh, Sullivan & George, LLP | Jun 17, 2020 | Estate Planning
If you are among the beneficiaries of a loved one’s estate, you will have to go through probate court to receive the assets left to you. For some people, this process is straightforward. But all sorts of problems can arise during it. Before probate begins, it’s...
On behalf of Haberstroh, Sullivan & George, LLP | May 29, 2020 | Estate Planning
There may be a time when you are unable to make heath care decisions or express your medical care beliefs. In Pennsylvania, a written living will contains instructions reflecting a person’s wishes on treatment during an end-state medical condition or permanent...
On behalf of Haberstroh, Sullivan & George, LLP | May 29, 2020 | Estate Planning
Executors play a vital role in a person’s estate. If you are engaged in your own estate planning or were asked to serve an executor for someone else, you should understand the executor’s duties. Executors have the legal obligation of faithfully staying apprised...
On behalf of Haberstroh, Sullivan & George, LLP | May 29, 2020 | Estate Planning
People with special needs often need help managing their financial matters. Estate planning in Pennsylvania may include a special needs trust to protect their interests. Generally, a trust is a document where property is held by one person for another person’s...
On behalf of Haberstroh, Sullivan & George, LLP | May 29, 2020 | Estate Planning
The fair, inexpensive and expeditious distribution of assets to your selected heirs and beneficiaries requires planning. A living trust is one estate planning option for accomplishing this. A living trust is a legal document or trust created while a person, known as...
On behalf of Haberstroh, Sullivan & George, LLP | Apr 23, 2020 | Estate Planning
Whether you are hoping to minimize the stress your loved ones experience after you pass or you have lost a loved one recently, it is important to understand the basics of the probate process. This process is designed to ensure that an estate is distributed fairly and...
On behalf of Haberstroh, Sullivan & George, LLP | Mar 18, 2020 | Estate Planning, Firm News
It’s something nobody likes to think about, but it’s also part of almost every well-crafted estate plan. What if you are suddenly incapacitated by a medical emergency or accident? How will your doctors and loved ones know how far you want them to go to...
