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5 Important Things You Should Know About Being a Beneficiary.

A “beneficiary” is a person that is identified in a Will or Trust to receive a distribution of all or a part of the Estate. An “heir” is a person identified...
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The most important clause in estate planning

The two most common devices for distributing your assets upon death are a will and trust. Both documents should contain language that provide…
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Can a Will Be Contested After Probate?

When you learn that you were left out of a will, or that your inheritance is a smaller portion of the estate than...
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Celebrating Martin Luther King Day

On Monday, January 20, 2020, we celebrate the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Don't forget the Annual Parade. The March will be held on…
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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.…
Estate Planning Shouldn’t Be a DIY Project

Why Estate Planning Shouldn’t Be a DIY Project

These days, social media can help you figure out just about any do it yourself (DIY) project. Do you want to fix a leaky faucet...
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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.…
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Compensation for Personal Representatives

The Last Will and Testament of a decedent will generally nominate someone to serve as the personal representative. The personal representative…
Letters Testamentary

What are Letters of Testamentary?

When someone who wrote a will dies, the person named as the Executor of the Estate in the Will must file with the court to obtain Letters Testamentary…
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Happy Labor Day! - 2019

From all of us at Drizin Law, we wish you a happy and safe memorial day.  
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…
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Best of Las Vegas: Drizin Law Nominated in Four Categories

Drizin Law is pleased to announce that we are currently nominated for a Best of Las Vegas award in four categories! Best Elder Law Best…
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The passing of Aretha Franklin (the “Queen of Soul”)

The passing of Aretha Franklin (the “Queen of Soul”) serves as another unfortunate example of the damaging effects of not creating a clear and detailed will...
Transferring a Vehicle's Title

Overview of Transferring a Vehicle's Title to the Beneficiary after the Probate Process

Transferring a vehicle’s title in Nevada after probate is completed is a relatively simple process if you have all the important documents…
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Size Matters (Sometimes)

One of the most common questions we receive is whether someone has a large enough estate to warrant purchasing a revocable living trust. A will…
Problems with DIY Wills

More Problems with DIY Wills

Do it yourself (“DIY”) Wills are inexpensive and convenient and there are lots of options on the internet for these services. Sounds great but they are also ripe with pitfalls.
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The Importance of Safe Storage of EP Documents

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…