Preparing an estate plan ensures that your assets will go to those you want to receive them after your death. There are two types of documents that are essential to estate plans you can create that will complete this task; a living trust and a will. While serving the same main purpose of naming beneficiaries […]
While it may seem like a long way off, estate planning is the best way to ensure your assets are distributed the way you want. But while you may want certain family members to receive certain aspects of your estate, you also don’t want to leave them with a large tax bill. Many parts of […]
Ensuring that your personal and financial affairs are in order for the future with sound legal planning is the best way to protect your interests. At France Law Firm, we’re passionate about understanding your personal situation to create the legal provisions that are best suited for you. A large part of this is protecting your […]
Contrary to popular belief, tax planning isn’t something that you just leave for the end of the year and again in April. Though it’s easier to pay your taxes and forget about them until next year, a mid-year review can help to make sure that you’re not overpaying. A mid-year review also allows taxpayers to […]
Make sure that the audit is real.
Fraudulent tax examinations do happen, believe it or not, and fake tax audit notices have only increased in frequency in the recent years. If the first contact is something other than a written letter, there is a very good chance that it is not legitimate, and you need to […]
A living will, despite its name, is not at all like the wills that people use to leave property at their death. A living will, also called a directive to physicians or advance directive, is a document that lets people state their wishes for end-of-life medical care, in case they become unable to communicate their […]
Here is the continued part in our series regarding probate litigation. We hope you enjoy, and contact France Law Firm with any questions if you’re seeking assistance.
Dysfunctional Families
The term dysfunctional family is often used by lawyers who handle probate litigation (one of my former law partners liked to explain his practice by saying he represents “dysfunctional […]
The terms “contested matters” and “litigation” are often used interchangeably. Both refer to situations that may require court action to resolve a dispute or fix a problem. Some contested matters do not involve animosity between the parties, while others definitely do. If the matter surfaces because of a person’s death or mental incapacity, then any […]
As you might have noticed from part one of this series, gift taxation is a process that must be discussed and planned thoroughly in order to follow the rules and regulations surrounding it. Today, we’re going to wrap up the last of the frequently asked questions, so let’s get started.
Whom should I hire to represent […]
Wondering what a gift tax is? Strategic gift taxation planning can help to make sure that your objectives are accomplished without unnecessary complication or taxation. Knowledge is power, so we’re here to educate you on gift taxation in this two-part series, and address some frequently asked questions.
Generally speaking, the gift tax is a tax on […]
