The Role of Community Property in Estate Planning for Married Couples
- posted: Sep. 30, 2025
- Estate Planning
Unlike most jurisdictions, Arizona is a community property state. This means that unless a legal agreement is in place that says otherwise, each spouse owns an undivided one-half interest in Read More
The Basics of Community Property with Right of Survivorship
- posted: Mar. 31, 2025
- Estate Planning
It can very difficult for husbands and wives to contemplate what life might be like once their spouse passes away. Without careful planning, you might experience unnecessary stress during an Read More
Durable Powers of Attorney and Other Legal Methods of Addressing Incapacity
- posted: Nov. 17, 2021
- Estate Planning
At any time, a serious illness, car crash or other accident could leave you incapacitated for months or even years. This is why completing a durable power of attorney is Read More
Creating Your Loved One’s Arizona Estate Plan from Another State
- posted: Aug. 15, 2021
- Estate Planning
With so many people from other states relocating to the Phoenix area for their retirement years, discussions regarding important family decisions such as estate planning often must be conducted from Read More
Five Benefits of Living Trusts in Arizona
- posted: May 18, 2021
- Estate Planning
Phrases like “trust fund baby” make it seem like trusts are the province of the wealthy. But the fact is that they can be useful estate planning tools for people Read More
Guardianships and Conservatorships: When Are They Needed or Avoidable?
- posted: Feb. 17, 2021
- Estate Planning
When a loved one becomes incapacitated or otherwise unable to take care of themselves, Arizona law provides for appointment of a guardian or conservator to assume responsibility for their protection. Read More
How a Revocable Living Trust Can Avoid Probate in Arizona
- posted: Jun. 30, 2020
- Estate Planning
When planning your estate, you should keep in mind that the decisions you make now may place responsibilities on your loved ones when you die. Your estate will be subject Read More