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Questions to Ask When Hiring a Fiduciary from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen

A comprehensive estate plan consists of several documents designed to accomplish three important things. First, they lay out your wishes for the handling of your money and property during life and at death. Second, they explain your medical wishes if you are no longer able to make them yourself or communicate them to others. Third, […]

What if I Cannot Find the Will? from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen

What if I Cannot Find the Will? by Austin estate planning lawyer

If a loved one has recently died or become mentally incapacitated, finding the person’s Will and other estate planning documents is essential. These documents are critical to making decisions on the loved one’s behalf, gaining access to accounts, and discovering your deceased loved one’s wishes regarding how to distribute the individual’s money and property. Properly […]