How to Disinherit a Family Member and Why You May Want To
When someone dies, that person’s estate typically passes to any surviving spouse, children, or other close relatives. If a person dies intestate – without a will – the estate will likely be distributed this way under state law. But what if you don’t want one of your...
Estate Planning is a Crucial Step in Your Emergency Preparedness
Recent events have shown Oregonians the importance of emergency planning. If you’re healthy and safe now, that’s good – but it doesn’t mean it’s time to relax. Another emergency will come, and you should take steps now to prepare for it. Develop an Emergency Plan Do...
Elective Share: Spousal Rights in Oregon
What happens if one spouse disinherits the other? The answer, as with many complex legal questions, is that it depends. In Oregon, however, surviving spouses have the right to what is known as the spousal elective share. Key Terms to Know Before diving into the Oregon...
Online Notary Service Makes Remote Oregon Estate Planning Easier
The pandemic has led to an estate planning conundrum. While the devastating virus has helped people realize the importance of solid estate planning, the need for social distancing has made it difficult to get key estate planning documents legally notarized. Now,...