by Agency Support | Apr 14, 2025 | Power of Attorney
Handling legal documents can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to something as important as a power of attorney (POA). You might wonder, “Do you need a lawyer to get a power of attorney?” A POA lets someone you trust make decisions for you when you can’t....
by Durham Law Firm | Mar 26, 2025 | Guardianship, HWH Updates
When a loved one can no longer make decisions for themselves, you may need to step in legally. In North Carolina, a plenary guardian takes full responsibility for both personal and financial matters. This means handling medical decisions, managing finances, and...
by sallyprice | Mar 10, 2025 | Guardianship
Is your loved one missing bills, struggling to manage their bank account, or making risky financial decisions? It’s hard to know when to step in, but waiting too long can lead to serious consequences. Financial guardianship may be the right solution when someone can...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 10, 2025 | Estate Administration, Probate
When you're waiting to receive an inheritance, the process can feel overwhelming and uncertain. You might wonder, "How long does it take to receive an inheritance from a will?" or "What does it take to navigate through legal requirements and finalize everything?"...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 6, 2025 | Elder Law, Estate Planning
Planning for the future can feel overwhelming, especially when you're thinking about how to protect your loved ones after you're gone. You probably have heard of trusts as a way to protect your assets. But what is a testamentary trust? A testamentary trust offers a...
by Durham Law Firm | Dec 12, 2024 | Estate Planning, Guardianship, Incapacity Planning
When someone you care about loses the ability to make sound decisions due to illness, injury, or other circumstances, managing their affairs can quickly become overwhelming. But what happens if they never created a power of attorney and can’t seem to pull it together...
by Durham Law Firm | Dec 12, 2024 | Guardianship
When thinking about the future care and decision-making needs of a loved one, it's essential to understand the differences between power of attorney vs. guardianship for disabled adults. NC offers two different ways to support and protect those who may need help...
by Durham Law Firm | Nov 12, 2024 | Estate Planning
Naming a child as your life insurance beneficiary is a big decision. You want to make sure they are cared for if something happens to you, but depending on the provisions of the policy and North Carolina laws, special rules apply when it comes to minors receiving life...
by Durham Law Firm | Nov 12, 2024 | Estate Planning
When you're ready to plan for your future, finding the right estate planning attorney is one of the most important steps you can take. We all want to make sure our loved ones are protected, and we want the peace of mind that comes with knowing everything is in order....
by Durham Law Firm | Nov 11, 2024 | Estate Planning, Guardianship, Incapacity Planning
Life can take unexpected turns, and while we all hope to remain healthy and independent, it's important to be prepared for the possibility of becoming incapacitated. If you find yourself in a situation where you're unable to make decisions for yourself, what happens...
