Estate planning — and finding the right estate planning attorney for you — is essential to ensure your assets are distributed as you wish, while minimizing legal and tax complications and providing peace of mind for you and your family. In Pennsylvania, state-specific laws on inheritance, probate, and taxes make a well-crafted estate plan particularly […]
Understanding Medical Assistance in PA In Pennsylvania, Medicaid is known as Medical Assistance (MA), a critical program that covers long-term care costs, such as nursing homes and assisted living, for eligible individuals. With rising healthcare expenses, Medical Assistance can be a lifeline, but strict eligibility rules and the Pennsylvania Estate Recovery Program require careful planning […]
Creating an Estate Plan Creating an estate plan is the best way to pass property and other assets to your loved ones in a manner that suits you and your family. Unfortunately, most adults in the United States do not have a will, and those who do often make serious mistakes that render the will […]
In the probate process when going through the estate administration process, the role of the executor of an estate is one of complete trust and supreme responsibility. Whomever you choose to serve in this capacity will oversee your final wishes to ensure that the terms outlined in your estate plan are followed. In theory, the […]
Protecting your loved ones by creating an estate plan is very important — it gives those closest to you clear instructions on how to carry out your final wishes. Unfortunately, even a small estate planning mistake can cause months or years of probate-related confusion. To avoid difficult and expensive problems, not only should you consult […]
DuBois, Pa. – After completing lease negotiations with a large oil and gas company, the Senior Landman for a Texas-based gas producer paid high praise to Attorney C.J. Zwick for his knowledge and understanding of oil and gas leases. The Landman commended, “You have the best handle on the oil and gas lease out of any […]
