what is portability in estate planning

What is Portability in Estate Planning? Portability for Estate Tax Exemption and Gift Tax

A couple spends their entire lives building their wealth, dreaming of passing it on to their loved ones. But without careful planning, a…
Administrator of estate

Are you Certain you want your Spouse to Administer your Estate?

A recent case before the Florida Court of Appeal demonstrates another reason you need an estate plan. In your Last Will and Testament, your…
when is probate required

General Tips on Probate in the USA: When Is Probate Required?

When Prince, the iconic musician, unexpectedly passed away in 2016 without a will, a bitter legal battle erupted among his family members over…
joint tenancy

What is Joint Tenancy with Right of Survivorship?

When it comes to estate planning and property ownership, understanding the various forms of ownership is essential. One of the most common forms…
Personal Representatives vs Trustees

Personal Representatives vs Trustees

It’s easy to get confused with legal jargon and feel like the process is “over your head”. However, being able to communicate with your…
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The Need to Review and Revise Your Estate Plan – Part 2

Learn about important changes in the law that warrant everyone to consider revising their estate plan. VIDEO TRANSCRIPT Lee Drizin: Hi,…
Need to Review and Revise Your Estate Plan – Part 1

The Need to Review and Revise Your Estate Plan – Part 1

Learn about the dangers of oral promises; problems resulting from "do it yourself "changes, and the most important reasons to review and revise…
The City of Henderson

Drizin Law adds 2nd Office Location in Henderson

Drizin Law is expanding. To better serve our clients, we are pleased to announce that Drizin Law has opened a second location in Henderson, NV.…
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Don't Let Estate Planning Scare You!

Not having an estate plan can be spooky!  When it comes to creating an estate plan or reviewing a currently existing plan, most people procrastinate.…
Estate Planning Mistakes to avoid

Common Estate Planning Mistakes You Need to Avoid

Taking care of your estate plan feels morbid to some people. As a result, many people die without taking the steps they would have taken to ensure…
Importance of pour over will

Never Work Without a Net: The Importance of a Pour Over Will

The revocable living trust is a method of planning for the distribution of your estate upon your passing. The Trust enables your assets to be…
powers of attorney

Understanding the Differences between POLSTs and Health Care Powers of Attorney

An essential part of every estate plan is the Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care Decisions (the “DPOA”). A DPOA authorizes your designee…
Where Should I store my Will/Trust?

Where Should I store my Will/Trust?

You have finally taken the time to consider how you desire your estate to be handled and even met with an attorney to start the process. The…
Importance of your plan review

The Importance of an Estate Plan Review

It's very important that the assets within your estate are properly titled in the Trust name.
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Happy Thanksgiving

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Drizin Law and Three Square Foodbank

Just before the Thanksgiving holiday the Drizin Law office decided to spend an evening volunteering at the Three Square Food bank. A great time…
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Estate Planning Seminar at Revel Nevada

 On Tuesday, October 9th Attorney Lee Drizin made an Estate Planning presentation at Revel Nevada, a luxury Senior Community in Henderson,…
What's Love Got to Do With It?

What's Love Got to Do With It?

It's Valentine's day, and in years past I might have bought flowers or candy. These days I'm likely to enjoy a nice dinner with my wife, but…