04 May Estate Planning Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic
In this time of the COVID-19 crisis, many people are asking what will happen to their families if they become sick. Phelps LaClair has been in the estate planning business for forty years. In our time of serving Chandler, Mesa, Phoenix and Scottsdale, we can...
30 Apr Factors to Consider in Choosing Your Healthcare Agent
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In our last blog post, we examined the need for every person to have a living will. As current events with the coronavirus COVID-19 show, the need for an advance directive has never been more apparent. Phelps LaClair, with offices in Chandler, Mesa, Phoenix and...
31 Mar Safe Outdoor Activities in Phoenix
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Life is more than just getting by. Estate planning is always looking to the future, certain that today’s triumphs can be passed on to succeeding generations. At Phelps LaClair, we know it is important to stay healthy for the long haul. Our families and...
27 Mar Medical Power of Attorney
During times of national crisis when lives are hanging in the balance, it is important to talk about things relating to incapacitation, end-of-life issues, and death. We know it can be a fearful and painful discussion to have, but it is better to have it...
29 Feb Walking Trails in Phoenix
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Everybody needs to have regular exercise to stay healthy. Yes, we are an estate planning law firm, but Phelps LaClair is also big on exercise as a way of increasing life satisfaction, good health, and longevity. But not every form of exercise needs to be...
23 Feb Retirement Planning 101
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As a second generation estate planning law firm, we at Phelps LaClair understand the anticipation of retirement. Retirement planning, like estate planning, requires an honest assessment of your dreams, desires and goals for your golden years. Estate planning deals with your assets: financial accounts, real...
16 Feb The Role of Executor
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The unsettled estate of a deceased celebrity is back in the news. We recently discussed the problems surrounding Aretha Franklin’s multimillion dollar estate, which is now in probate. Had she established a living trust instead of leaving a handwritten will, the estate would not have...
24 Jan Geriatric Care Managers
Long-term care planning is one of the key parts of a successful estate plan. Elder care is one component of long-term care planning. You may be far from retirement age, but it is never too soon to begin to consider what should happen if your...
06 Jan Winter Sports Programs
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Phelps LaClair is an avid believer in sports participation when it comes to creating a long, healthy and satisfying life. We love to stay active, and we find that there are benefits for every age group, even into the “golden years.” In the Phoenix Metro...