Howard Atlas | October 9, 2015
Many people believe that just because your loved one had a will, that they are automatically entitled to whatever the will says. For example I hear, “Well, I am my mom’s executor.” While you might be named in the will as Executor, that means you are your mother’s nominated Executor. In order to be appointed... Read More
Howard Atlas | August 27, 2015
When I inform people that I am an attorney, it is always followed by the, “oh, what kind of lawyer are you?” question. When I tell people that I am an Elder Law attorney, it is often followed by a tilting of the head, quizzical look and question, “what is that?” It is usually at... Read More
Howard Atlas | August 27, 2015
Often times I am asked, “Why do I need a will? Won’t my stuff pass to my family anyway?” While the answer is yes, your assets will pass to your family, without a will issues might arise that would be avoided with the creation of a will. For example, there might be a disagreement as to... Read More