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Are You Prepared for 2026 Federal Estate Tax Changes?
Collier Law assists most of our clients with basic tax planning to ensure married couples get their full exemption in…
How to Prepare for Your Estate Planning Consultation: A Checklist
Understanding the Importance of Estate Planning Estate planning is about more than just distributing your assets when you’re gone—it’s about…
Navigating the Court System for Conservatorship: Tips for Success When Planning with Your Lawyer
Understanding the Difference Between Guardianship and Conservatorship Guardianships and conservatorships play vital roles in safeguarding individuals who are unable to…
How Does Guardianship Work in Oregon?
In Oregon, guardianship provides legal protection for those that lack the capacity to meet essential requirements for their own physical…
The Difference Between a Will and a Trust Explained: Which Is Right for You?
You’ve worked hard to accumulate your assets, and naturally, you want control over what happens to them after you’re gone.…
Understanding the Basics of Guardianship and Conservatorship
You might not know this, but guardianship and conservatorship aren’t just legal jargon meant to confuse you. In fact, they’re…
What Steps Are Involved in the Estate Planning Process?
You’ve worked hard, you’ve saved, and you’ve invested, but have you planned for the future of your estate? Finding an estate…
The Benefits of Trusts in Estate Planning
You’ve worked hard to amass your wealth; now it’s time to protect it. Trusts, a crucial tool in estate planning,…
The Benefits of Creating a Will
You’ve worked hard for your assets. Don’t you want control over who gets them after you’re gone? Crafting a will…
What Are the Most Common Estate Planning Mistakes?
You’ve worked hard for your assets, haven’t you? So, it’s only fair you’d want to protect them, even after you’re…
Understanding Probate: What to Expect and How to Navigate the Process
You’re facing probate, and it’s overwhelming. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. This guide unravels the complexities of probate, detailing what…
Estate Planning for Millennials: Why It’s Never Too Early to Start
You’re young, ambitious, and maybe just starting a family. It’s easy to think you’ve got plenty of time to plan…