The team of attorneys at Carter DeYoung often hear the question, ‘Do I Need a Will?’ The short answer is Yes. The long answer is a Will is just the beginning, regardless of the number or value of the assets involved. It’s important to realize a Will is a legally-binding statement indicating who will receive … Read more
CARES Act Allows Retirement Account Owners NOT to Have to Take Required Minimum Distributions (RMD’s) If you have a retirement account you’ve most likely experienced fluctuations in your retirement balances due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) but rest assured there is some pandemic relief for retirement accounts. This year, you aren’t required to adhere to the normal … Read more
Has it been some time since you reviewed your estate plan? An estate plan review is suggested every 3-5 years or upon a change to your wishes or circumstances; but with the recent changes to our laws, and with the awful impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19) if you haven’t reviewed your estate plan recently, you … Read more
Facebook and Email Can Live After You Die Wills and Estate Planning: Online Accounts When John tragically died at age 43 in a bike accident, he did not have will. His sister and brother were appointed personal representatives (formerly known as executors) of his estate. Their job was to distribute his property and assets. John, … Read more
Facebook and Email Live After You Die When John tragically died at age 43 he did not have a will or estate plan. His siblings were appointed executors of his estate. Their job was to distribute his property and assets. John had an e-mail account. This is a digital asset. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, LinkedIn … Read more
Divorce is difficult, even when the parties agree they need to part ways. In many instances, being served with divorce papers is a surprise. Whether it is planned or not, the issues that need to be addressed are the same. Financial considerations including the distribution of assets and future support, such as alimony, as well … Read more
Benefits of Divorce Mediation In the divorce process, there are several benefits of divorce mediation when two parties are unable to resolve their dispute. The option to work with a licensed mediator/attorney will help find common ground, interpret concerns, define problems and relay information between the parties. Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution with many advantages regardless of … Read more
Agreeing on a divorce or any type of legal settlement can be emotionally and financially draining. The traditional path of courtroom litigation may work for some, but it’s not necessarily the best option for everyone. Each situation is unique, and more people are looking toward different methods of Alternative Dispute Resolution. What Is Alternative Dispute … Read more
Often times when someone is contemplating divorce, the question of where to file a complaint comes up. In some cases the answer is easy, at other times the answer is based on a number of factors very specific to each situation. Under the Uniform Child Jurisdiction Act, once a child has been domiciled in Massachusetts … Read more
An issue that often arises following a divorce of parents who share joint legal custody of their children is if the primary, physical custodian may be permitted to move outside Massachusetts with the children. If the children are over 16 and want to accompany the custodial parent, then they will generally be allowed to do … Read more
Posted January 4, 2021
The team of attorneys at Carter DeYoung often hear the question, ‘Do I Need a Will?’ The short answer is Yes. The long answer is a Will is just the beginning, regardless of the number or value of the assets involved. It’s important to realize a Will is a legally-binding statement indicating who will receive Read more