Posts by Mark Zocher
Things You Need to Know About the Adoption Process in Utah
Child adoption in Utah can be done in different ways; it can be done by a step-parent, foster parent, relatives, single people, or a married couple. Adoption and foster care can also be done from care or through international adoptions. The most common adoptions in the United States are step-parent adoptions, where a custodial parent…
Read MoreWhat is a Revocable Living Trust?
Most people have this notion that having an estate plan is only for the rich, but anyone could benefit from having a plan for their asset distribution and financial succession. There are many tools in estate planning, and while most individuals are already familiar with last wills and testaments, another great tool for estate planning…
Read MoreImportance of a Will and Testament in Utah
A “will” is a legal document that states your wishes on how you want to distribute your assets after death. You need to identify your beneficiaries and specify what each of them should receive. Making a will is important because it can protect your surviving spouse, a family member, loved ones, property, and inheritance when…
Read MoreDivorce Filing in Utah
Marriage is a lifelong exclusive commitment to the person you chose to marry. It requires strong dedication, marital commitment, and endless efforts to make it work. Some marriages tend to fail due to factors such as irreconcilable differences, adultery, cruelty, domestic violence, desertion, and abandonment. If your marriage is not going well, there are several…
Read MoreDefinition of Estate
Some people commit the mistake of drafting wills on their own. Estate planning lawyers can attest how often this has resulted in unnecessary stress to your loved ones when you die. Estate law can be quite complex and wills and trust are serious legal matters. Do not be tempted to appoint an heir or make…
Read MorePreparing for the Future: Making a Will
There are many things in this world that we cannot control like when we will pass away, but thankfully, we can control what happens to our property after death. Leaving behind an estate plan allows us to make sure that any of our surviving relatives- a surviving spouse or children- will be taken care of.…
Read MoreAdvantages and Disadvantages of a Living Trust
If you are worried about how a beneficiary will be managing his or her inheritance after you pass away, you may want to consider creating a trust document that could be changed over time. Such can help the trust owner and beneficiaries avoid probate, reduce estate taxes, and keep their privacy. With the help of…
Read MoreLooking into Private Adoption
A married couple with no children will likely choose to adopt and look for a baby for adoption. Infant adoption is often complicated. Adoption laws vary depending on where you live. Specific adoption requirements (such as marital status) will also depend on the type of adoption services you will choose. Proceeding with a private adoption…
Read MoreAgency Adoption in Utah
A lot of people are looking into the adoption process. These include those who want to adopt and those considering giving up a baby for adoption. Both are covered by family law. There are several adoption options in Utah but with varying requirements and benefits. A married couple dealing with infertility or unsuccessful pregnancies can…
Read MoreCreating a Will That Would Be Hard to Contest
Before proceeding to create a will, appoint heirs, or dictate and put into writing your wishes when you die, seek expert legal help. Last wills and testaments are legal documents, and any legal document must be under estate planning law. Drafting and setting up a last will and testament must follow a certain legal process.…
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