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...
The Slayer Statute in Oregon Estate Planning
When it comes to Oregon estate law, crime really doesn’t pay. Killing someone for the inheritance money may sound like something out of a mystery movie, but it’s common enough that there are estate laws that deal with the issue. Slayer Statutes, as they’re commonly...
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...
Basic Estate Planning
Do you think that estate planning is important – for other people? You may be in for a surprise. Estate planning isn’t just for the rich or elderly. It’s for anyone with assets, whether they’re retirement plans, bank accounts, life insurance policies, property or...