After much anticipation, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have issued final regulations relating to the 10-year required minimum distribution (RMD) rule for people who inherit individual […]

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At first glance, life insurance may not seem related to the distribution of money and property in your estate plan. However, it can be an integral and important part of […]

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Authored by: Stephen R. Elville, J.D., LL.M. – Managing Principal and Lead Attorney – Elville and Associates, P.C. Much is said and written these days about the evils of IRAs […]

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Authored by: Renee Q. Boyd – Senior Associate Attorney During the estate planning process and discussions with clients, I am often asked “should I create a Last Will and Testament […]

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Authored by: Stephen R. Elville, J.D., LL.M. – Managing Principal and Lead Attorney Summertime fun and visions of running through daisies in slow motion – NOT! It’s another perfect June […]

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Authored by: Stephen R. Elville, J.D., LL.M. – Managing Principal and Lead Attorney It’s spring and the cool weather has brought us misty mornings with cadmium green bursting through the […]

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The aging population is expected to transfer $30 trillion in the coming years, per Forbes. According to the Survey of Consumer Finances, the median inheritance is $69,000; the median for trust fund […]

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Your most valuable property may be your home, which is true for many people, and you likely want your children to inherit that value when you pass away. However, you may also have concerns about planning for […]

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Today, more than 18 million American military veterans are living in the United States. To address the needs of this population, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has expanded […]

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Elder law encompasses a wide range of legal matters that affect older individuals and families. Attorneys who practice elder law advocate for seniors and execute legal plans to assist them […]

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