A revocable living trust is valuable estate planning tool that you can use to transfer assets to your heirs after you pass away. But what is a revocable living trust, and what are the benefits of creating one? How Do Revocable Living Trusts Work? Revocable living trusts are legal entities that hold ownership of your assets. These [...]
What happens if you have questions about the validity of a loved one's will? And how can you go about contesting a will submitted to the court? To learn more about will contests in Indiana, contact Barnes Cadwell Law today. Do You Have Standing to Contest a Will? In order to contest a will, you must show that [...]
When a loved one dies, trying to manage their estate can be a daunting process. If you were named the executor of an estate, you're probably well aware that this is a grave responsibility. But how does probate work in Indiana, and how can a probate attorney help? To learn more about the probate process, contact Barnes [...]
If you have a loved one with a disability, you're probably already familiar with the cost of caring for them. But while you may have these costs covered for now, you may have concerns about how they’ll be dealt with later. What will happen as your loved one gets older? What if they will need [...]
You may have decided to set up living trust to protect your assets, but what kind of trust best suits your needs? What's the difference between revocable and irrevocable trusts? In this article, we will explore the advantages of an irrevocable trust and when it could be the right option for you. To learn more, contact an Indianapolis [...]
A Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (MAPT) is one tool among many that could prepare you for the future. But is it the right tool for you? Below, we will cover the benefits of a MAPT and why it could be right for you. To learn more, contact an Indianapolis asset protection attorney at Barnes Cadwell Law today. [...]
If you have a small estate, you may be wondering if you can avoid the most difficult aspects of probate. And with small estate probate, you can — Indiana simplified probate allows you to streamline much of the process and escape some of the headache. Contact Barnes Cadwell Law today for more information. What Is Simplified Probate? Simplified [...]
In Indiana, probate can take anything from a few days to well over a year, depending on the complexity of the estate in question. In some cases, you don't even have to worry about probate. So, how long does probate take? The short answer is, it depends on several factors. In this article, we'll cover [...]
If you've had a loved pass away recently, you may be wondering whether or not you will have to go through probate. Probate can be a time-consuming and stressful process. But do all estates have to go through it? When is probate not necessary? Avoiding one more legal procedure during a difficult time of your life can be [...]
When you apply for SSDI or SSI, you're likely more than well aware why you feel you should receive benefits. But it can be useful to understand the reasons why you may be denied disability benefits. Some of these reasons may be beyond your control. However, you may also be able to avoid mistakes that could lead to [...]
