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Sept. 20, 2023

Probate and trust administration are vital estate administration procedures that are often required when a loved one dies or becomes incapacitated. During probate, the decedent's assets are gathered and evaluated, taxes and debts are paid, and the remaining assets are distributed to rightful beneficiaries.

Aug. 29, 2023

Creating an estate plan is always a delicate matter in any family, but if your household belongs to what is known as a “blended family,” the situation can be even more complicated and sensitive.

Aug. 1, 2023

In some situations, a child with special needs may require assistance for their personal care and financial matters. Conversely, some children often become irresponsible due to substance abuse, addiction, or laziness. Thankfully, a spendthrift trust allows parents to protect the inheritance and make adequate provision for their irresponsible heir’s needs.

June 27, 2023

If you’ve been named the personal representative in a loved one’s, friend’s, or associate’s last will and testament, then you will become the executor of that person’s estate once they pass away.

May 23, 2023

Watching a family member or loved one grow old can elicit complicated feelings as you help them navigate their changing abilities, both physical and mental. However, when this person is also suffering from a cognitive impairment like Alzheimer’s or dementia, there are other considerations to take into account, specifically the individual’s legal capacity to draft estate planning documents.

April 24, 2023

Many people who get married and start a family create an estate plan. They want to ensure their spouse and children are taken care of if they were to pass.

March 10, 2023

Estate planning is a serious matter. While most people believe estate planning is important, many folks, unfortunately, look to find an easy way around the process. The fact is that getting the right legal counsel is the best way to make sure your estate plan protects your loved ones during some of the most difficult times they can face.

Feb. 22, 2023

All of us have thought about our own death and what may happen with our possessions or assets. We may have even talked about this with our family and loved ones and conveyed our wishes to them verbally. However, simply talking over these issues with others is not enough and everyone should seriously consider establishing an estate plan that clearly lays out their wishes.

Nov. 3, 2022

Losing a loved one is one of the most painful and difficult experiences we face in life. No one is ever prepared for the death of a family member because saying goodbye to someone you love is always emotionally devastating.

Sept. 13, 2022

If you’re starting out on estate planning, or you wish to review what you already have, and you’re located in Ocala or anywhere in Marion County, Florida, contact me at Michael A. Siefert, P.A. for legal help. I have devoted the past 20 years to helping others like you plan for the future. A comprehensive estate plan will help ensure peace of mind for you and your loved ones.