It can be uncomfortable to talk to your children about their inheritance. While you don’t have to tell your children exactly how much they will inherit, it is a good idea to have a conversation with them about what to do with an inheritance. If...
When you move to a new state, there are many important things you need to update, like your driver’s license and your voter’s registration. But one thing that people often forget to update after a move is their estate plan. Although out-of-state wills typically are valid...
At Phelps LaClair, we like to say that failing to plan is planning to fail. This is especially true when emergencies happen. As estate planners, we take your interests to heart because you are the heart of our business. We do everything in our power...
Mother’s day is coming up, and that means Moms all over the world will be honored for their nurture, training, and love. If you’re a mother, we want you to know we value your role as an influencer more than any other person’s role in...
COVID-19 is an evolving and rapidly changing health crisis, as we all know. The people most at risk from serious health effects are the elderly. Many of these vulnerable people will need long-term care. At Phelps LaClair, we have long advocated for long-term care solutions...
We know we are a law firm that specializes in all your estate planning needs, but we also want to help you unwind through fun events this summer. Arizona can be seen as too hot to enjoy, but we disagree. There are so many family...
In Arizona, probate can become active for any estate valued at $75,000.00 or greater, and it can cause your estate to be held up in court for months, or even longer. Probate also involves attorney fees and additional court costs, all of which can easily...
These days, many more marriages will end in divorce than just a few years ago. The present rate is estimated to be between 40-50%. The divorce rate for subsequent marriages is even higher. For those entering a marriage that brings children from a previous marriage,...
Planning a trip to Lowe’s or Home Depot for the next project is always fun for the hobbyist in the family. You make your plans on paper and make a list of materials you need, then you head off to the forest of possibilities. It’s...
Christmas in the desert: can it really be that festive? We shout out a resounding "YES" to answer that question! Phoenix has a tremendous amount to offer when it comes to Yuletide festivities. Phelps LaClair, located in Gilbert and Scottsdale, is passionate about estate planning,...