ESTATE PLANNING BLOG

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This blog will focus on estate planning. If you are in need of an estate plan, call Attorney Bradford Miller at 312-238-9298 for a free consultation. Located at 10 S. LaSalle, Suite 2920, Chicago, IL 60603.

Thursday, November 20, 2014

So you have been appointed guardian, now what?

If you  have been appointed guardian of your parent's money, you must realize that not all family members may agree with your decisions. Sometimes, sibling rivalry going back many years might still cause tension when parents become sick or incapacitated.

To help avoid friction, make sure you do a good job carrying out all of your duties. As a guardian, you will have to prepare documentation for the court about your parent's income, assets and how money was spent. Unless your parents told you not to, it may be a good idea to share information with your siblings and answer any questions they may have. This may help with any resentment that can build up over time. The court can inform you whether you are required to share information as unfortunately, some family members may not have your parent's best interest at heart. Sometimes a family counselor or a mediator may be able to help when you have disagreements over your parent's
money.

Bradford Miller Law, P.C. can help you prepare all the legal estate planning documents that you will need. We also offer advice, and keep your estate plan current with the laws governing estate planning. Knowing that you and your loved one's affairs are in order can be satisfying and bring you peace of mind.

To get started or discuss whether our services are right for you, give us a call at 312-238-9298 for a FREE 15-minute consultation or contact us online today.  At www.bradfordmillerlaw.com you can find helpful information regarding Estate Planning and information about our firm.

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Chicago, Il 60602

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Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Conflict of interest?

As a financial caregiver, one of the duties is to act in the best interest of the person whose money you are managing. When a decision about money or property benefits someone else at the expense of your loved one, this is considered a conflict of interest. For example, it may be a conflict of interest if  your parents money is used to buy a car that is used mainly for the needs of someone else.

 Bradford Miller Law, P.C. can help you prepare all the legal estate planning documents, specific to your situation that you will require to protect you and your loved one. We will offer advice, and keep your estate plan current with the laws governing estate planning.

At www.bradfordmillerlaw.com you can find helpful information regarding Estate Planning and information about our firm. Give us a call at (312) 238-9298 for a FREE 15-minute consultation.

Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Practicing in Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law and Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 1040
Chicago, Il 60602

Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale

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Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Is it too late?

Once a person becomes incapacitated let's say due to Alzheimer's disease, it is probably too late to have power of attorney documents prepared. In order to establish a power of attorney, the person must be able to understand what it means to give someone else the power to handle their affairs.That is why it is so important to plan ahead. If a person receives a diagnosis, they still may be able to make legal arrangements before the disease progresses. In this case, it is advisable to consult with a lawyer promptly.

Bradford Miller Law, P.C. can help you prepare all the legal estate planning documents that you will need. We will offer advice, and keep your estate plan current with the laws governing estate planning.

To get started or discuss whether our services are right for you, give us a call at 312-238-9298 for a FREE 15-minute consultation or contact us online today.  At www.bradfordmillerlaw.com you can find helpful information regarding Estate Planning and information about our firm.

Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Practicing in Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law and Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 1040
Chicago, Il 60602

Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale

Key words: Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Estate Planning Lawyer, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, Chicago eviction attorney, Chicago Leases, Chicago real estate attorney fees. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.