Can I just write a will for myself?
Good news! Oklahoma allows handwritten (“holographic”) wills. You can write a valid, enforceable will to protect your property as long...
"Am I responsible for my mom’s nursing home bills?"
If you are in Oklahoma, generally you should not be responsible for a parent’s nursing home bills just because you are her child. ...
“Do I need a will if I have children?”
It’s hard to think about what might happen to our young children if we die but it’s a crucial way we provide for and protect our...
"Do I need a will if I don't have much money?"
Well, what is “much money?” The concept’s meaning varies from person to person. “Much money” can mean $1,000,000, $100,000, or $30,000....
Do I need a will if I am single?
“Do I need a will if I am single?” The lawyer answer is: that depends. Previously we discussed whether someone “needs” a will. The same...
"Do I need a will?"
The lawyer answer is, that depends.* Here’s basically how it works: when someone dies, state law determines how his property is passed...
This is a bad dog.
This is my dog Oliver. He is a gorgeous and funny dachshund. We adore him (and his two dog sisters.) However, he prefers strangers to...
Hey! It’s National Estate Planning Week!
In 2008, Congress passed H. Res. 1499 which designated the third week in October as a week for assisting the public in understanding the...
Celebrate!
In 1988 President Reagan declared August 21 as National Senior Citizens Day to honor our older citizens with “…our thanks and a heartfelt...
What do you care about?
What do you care about? Your health? Taking care of your family? Avoiding family conflict? Then Estate Planning is for YOU. An estate...