While no one enjoys thinking about their eventual passing, it is necessary to do so from time to time in order to plan for that inevitability. One of the things that we at Bennett Guthrie PLLC recommend everyone does as part of the estate planning process is make a living will. While the terms sound…
“Power of attorney” is a legal term that just about everyone has heard, but not everyone fully understands. In this article, our team at Bennett Guthrie PLLC will provide a brief overview of what a power of attorney actually is and what it does so that you can understand why you should talk to your…
If you have ever gone to the emergency room, you may have been asked if you have a current living will but are not sure what the term even means. Healthcare directive and advance directive are other names for the same legal document that describes a person’s wishes for end-of-life medical care. Unlike the type…
A power of attorney is a legal document you can use to designate a person to make decisions about things such as healthcare, financial transactions, or signing of legal documents if you are unable to make these decisions for yourself because you become incapacitated. Choosing to give someone this authority over your affairs is a…
You may have heard time and time again that filing bankruptcy is the worst thing you can do when faced with financial hardship. While bankruptcy can eliminate a significant amount of your debt, it can’t wipe the slate clean if you have certain types of debt, including child support, alimony, student loan debt, taxes owed…
You may have been considering estate planning for a while now but keep putting it off for another day. Many financial advisors recommend starting your estate plan as early as the age of 18 and making changes and updates every 3-5 years. No matter your age, once you are an adult, you are responsible for…
This last year has been a tough one, and if you find yourself drowning in debt and don’t know what to do, debt restructuring may be the solution. Debt restructuring is the term for when a creditor changes the terms of a loan agreement, which can make your debt more manageable and keep you from…
Here at Bennett Guthrie Attorneys at Law PLLC, we understand that filing for bankruptcy is never easy, and that one of the most difficult steps in the process is finding the right lawyer. Our team has extensive experience in bankruptcy law practice, so we know a thing or two about what makes a lawyer right…
Although no one likes to contemplate their own mortality, it is still necessary to do so in order to make sure that you are prepared for any emergency. When it comes to end-of-life care, the best way to ensure that your wishes for yourself are carried out is to make what’s called a living will….
When it comes to doing your taxes, there are a number of resources you can use to make the process easier, from computer programs to accountant services. Sometimes, however, tax matters are so complicated that you need to call in additional sources of help, such as a tax attorney. Our team at Bennett Guthrie Attorneys…
