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Browse articles on trusts, powers of attorney, health care planning, and estate administration, along with news from Scott Maxwell Law Corp.
Trusts & your estate plan
The Smart Choice: Living Trust vs. Testamentary Trust
An introduction to two types of trusts and the planning questions they raise.
Read article →Unveiling the Advantages of Revocable Living Trusts in Virginia
Explore the role of a revocable living trust in an estate plan.
Read article →Age-Restricted Subtrusts within Revocable Living Trusts
A look at planning the timing of distributions to beneficiaries.
Read article →Powers of attorney & health care planning
Demystifying Living Wills: Understanding the Difference from “Do Not Resuscitate” Orders
A closer look at the different purposes of these health care documents.
Read article →Understanding Springing vs. Immediately Effective Powers of Attorney
Consider the questions involved in deciding when a power of attorney takes effect.
Read article →When should a person make their Durable Powers of Attorney effective?
A discussion of timing and personal considerations for durable powers of attorney.
Read article →Probate & estate administration
Using a Small Estate Affidavit to Transfer Financial Accounts After Death in Virginia
An article introducing small estate affidavits and financial accounts.
Read article →The Virginia Probate Process
An overview of the estate administration topics families may encounter.
Read article →Firm news
Scott Maxwell Law Corp. Expands to Virginia Beach
Read about the Virginia Beach office for client consultations and estate planning signings.
Read article →Discuss your planning needs.
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