Category: Kane & Crowell Blog

Health Care and Financial Power of Attorneys. A Crucial Legal Consideration.

Written by Angel Kane on August 28, 2023. Posted in Angel Kane's Blog, Kane & Crowell Blog, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills.

Planning for the future involves more than just setting goals. It requires comprehensive legal arrangements, such as Health Care and Financial Power of Attorneys, to ensure your wishes are honored. This type of consideration is crucial, specifically in unforeseen circumstances. The Health Care Power of Attorney (HCPOA) and Financial Power of Attorney (FPOA) are necessary legal documents. These legal instruments empower individuals you trust to make crucial decisions regarding your medical treatment and financial affairs when you cannot do so.

Elder Law, Kane Law, Power of Attorney

Living Will | Advanced Care Directive. Empowering Your Future

Written by Angel Kane on August 16, 2023. Posted in Angel Kane's Blog, Elder Law, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills.

Life is an unpredictable journey, filled with twists and turns when we least expect them. Amidst this uncertainty, one undeniable truth emerges: the importance of meticulous planning, especially concerning our health and well-being. Therefore, one indispensable tool for estate planning is the Living Will, otherwise known as an Advanced Care Directive.

Advanced Care Directive, Living Will

Parental Rights Married Couples Vs. Unmarried Couples

Written by Lindsey Waller Johnson on August 7, 2023. Posted in Lindsey Waller Johnson's Blog.

When it comes to parental rights, the legal landscape can differ significantly depending on whether you are a married or unmarried couple. These differences can have far-reaching implications, impacting various aspects of child custody, visitation, and decision-making authority. Below are a few of the differences in parental rights between these types of couples Therefore, shedding light on the importance of legal recognition and the steps unmarried parents can take to protect their rights.

Family Law, Parental Rights

Step-parent Adoption. Building Bonds and Strengthening Families.

Written by Amanda Crowell on July 28, 2023. Posted in Amanda Crowell's Blog, Attorneys, Divorce & Custody.

Step-parent adoption is a legal process allowing a step-parent to become the legal parent of a step-child. It is a decision with many benefits but requires a lot of thought due to the emotional and legal implications.

Adoption, Family Law, Kane Law

Uncontested vs. Contested Divorces: What’s The Difference

Written by Kayla Costley on July 18, 2023. Posted in Divorce & Custody, Kayla Costley's Blog.

Divorce is an emotionally challenging process, and understanding the legal aspects can be equally overwhelming. When contemplating divorce, understanding the fundamental distinctions between uncontested Vs contested divorces is essential. Additionally, securing a family law attorney who can address your inquiries and guide you through the entire divorce procedure is critical.

Contested Divorce, Family Law, Uncontested Divorce

Understanding Probate: A Guide to Settling an Estate

Written by Kayla Costley on June 28, 2023. Posted in Kayla Costley's Blog, Probate of Estates.

Dealing with a loved one’s passing can be emotionally challenging, and legal matters, including the probate process, further complicate it. Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person’s assets are distributed, and their affairs are settled. Below is a comprehensive overview of probate, shedding light on its purpose, key steps involved, and what to expect.

Kayla Costley Attorney, Last Will and Testament, Probate

Does an Irrevocable Trust Protect Assets from Nursing Homes

Protecting Assets With Irrevocable Trusts. How can I protect my assets from nursing homes?

Written by Angel Kane on June 16, 2023. Posted in Angel Kane's Blog, Trusts & Asset Protection.

Nursing homes are expensive and can often drain your retirement savings. However, this does not have to be the case. Protecting your assets with irrevocable Trusts can shield you and your family from the high costs of nursing home care.

Asset Protection, Irrevocable Trust

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Is My Divorce Uncontested?

Written by Lindsey Waller Johnson on February 28, 2021. Posted in Kane & Crowell Blog, Lindsey Waller Johnson's Blog.

Many people come to our office asking, Is my divorce uncontested? But what does that mean?

An uncontested divorce occurs when both parties agree on every aspect and are willing to enter into written agreements, stating this. The parties must agree on everything – from dividing assets and debts to regularly scheduled parenting time. This may include agreeing to who gets the children on Christmas Eve annually. And further agreeing to questions like: Are you splitting the day or switching up even and odd years? If both of you agree on most aspects, but there are certain things neither is willing to budge on – the divorce will not be uncontested.

Lindsey Waller Johnson Attorney At Law, Uncontested Divorce

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Terminating Parent’s Rights Case: Parental Rights Termination Refusal by Trial Judge. Later Overturned by the Court of Appeals.

Written by Amanda Crowell on February 25, 2021. Posted in Amanda Crowell's Blog, Kane & Crowell Blog.

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On January 13, 2021, my clients received a moral and legal victory. When the Court of Appeals overturned the parental rights termination refusal at trial. Before this, a judge shockingly ruled in favor of an absentee father. Below is a narrative about my Terminating Parent’s Rights Case.

I took this case in July 2018, intending to terminate the biological father’s parental rights. I thought it was a solid case. The reason I believe this is the biological father had not established paternity and never paid more than token support for the child. Further, he had not contacted the mother to see the child since she was seventeen months old. When the case began, she was three years old.

Court of Appeals, Terminate Parental Rights

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A Will is Worth It

Written by Kayla Costley on February 19, 2021. Posted in Kane & Crowell Blog, Kayla Costley's Blog.

You may avoid getting a Last Will & Testament because it means you have to consider what will happen upon you die. Having a Will is Worth it because, it lets you say what happens to your assets after your death. And it will help your family avoid dealing with a mess. Additionally, a Will allows you to name who will be in charge of administering your Estate upon your passing As well as pay your debts, collect assets owed to you, and distribute your property. If you do not have a Will, the Court will make the decision of who will administer your Estate and who receive your assets.

Last Will & Testament