Cryptocurrency is an innovative and unique asset class. As such, it has become a key part of the global financial landscape and an important consideration in estate planning. It is critical to update estate planning documents to include cryptocurrency provisions, and The Law Offices of Max…
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If you have an estate, dying without a will is a recipe for disaster. New probate filings in the U.K. confirm that One Direction’s Liam Payne died without a legally valid will, and as a result, the laws of intestacy in England determines how his estate…
Securing the successful future of a loved one with a disability or medical condition requires expert guidance and personalized planning. Parents and caregivers of special needs individuals should consider financial and legal planning to preserve quality of life for their loved ones. An effective estate plan…
The criminal case of Lyle and Erik Menendez has long captivated the nation with renewed interest following the release of the Netflix series, “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,” co-created by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan. Lyle and Erik Menendez’s opportunity for freedom remains in…
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch is making news with an effort to change an irrevocable trust. The 93-year-old Murdoch has been trying to alter a trust to ensure his oldest son, Lachlan, stays in charge of his media properties. Trusts are private documents that don’t get filed in…
Despite their wealth, about one-third of high-net-worth families have not taken the basic steps to develop an estate plan. People with investable assets of $1 million or more often do not have an estate plan. The consequences of such inaction can be significant and dire. …
June 12, 2024 marked 30 years since Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman were murdered in Brentwood, California. Simpson was accused and acquitted in a criminal trial but found legally responsible in a civil lawsuit. A $33.5 million civil wrongful death judgment was obtained in 1997 against Simpson and, with interest,…
Be closer to getting yourself and your family on the path to a secure and happy future. We know each family is unique and that your personal circumstances should be carefully considered when designing your estate plan. At The Law Offices of Max J. Paul, we take the time…
Do not let estate planning scare you this Halloween. Estate planning is not something to be spooked by. In fact, estate planning is something to embrace. Having a plan in place gives you the peace of mind that your assets are protected, your medical wishes…