When creating a trust, it is common to name yourself as the initial trustee who is responsible for all aspects of administering the trust. However, when considering who will take over when you can no longer act (either because of illness or death), it is sometimes helpful to divide the responsibilities between two or more […]
Estate Plan
Changing Name and Pronouns from Nielsen Law’s Frances Chlebowski
This blog has previously published articles regarding estate planning for same-sex couples – married and unmarried. In honor of Pride Month, we would like to spend some time focusing on transgender (trans) and gender nonconforming members of our community. Being known by the correct name and pronouns and having your true identity reflected in your […]
Have an Etsy Store? Make Sure It Is Properly Protected from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
The online marketplace Etsy has gone from a niche craft seller to one of the largest commerce companies in the world. Etsy has millions of active sellers worldwide, most of whom are based in the United States. Many Etsy sellers rely on the site as a primary or secondary income stream. Collectively, they contribute billions […]
Was Your Loved One a Book Lover? Think Twice Before You Throw Them Out from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
An individual’s belongings—such as jewelry, furniture, photographs, and books—sometimes slip through the cracks of their estate plan. While certain books may be gifted to a beneficiary in a loved one’s will, a book lover may leave behind other books that the family must decide what to do with. The family’s first inclination when encountering piles […]