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20 Feb Is a DNR the Same as an Advance Directive?

Posted at 11:47h in Advance Directive by Phelps LaClair Law

Have you discussed your medical preferences with your loved ones? It’s important to have those wishes in writing to ensure you get the best possible care just in case you can’t communicate them yourself. However, when it comes to getting their estate planning documents in...

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23 Jan Rock Climbing For Fun and For Strength

Posted at 08:00h in Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Living Will, NFA Gun Trusts, Power of Attorney, Special Needs Planning, Uncategorized by Phelps LaClair Law

You’ve worked hard all week. You’ve made countless business decisions, answered plenty of questions, attended quite a few meetings, and/or taken on scores of technical challenges. After all that mental strain your soul is longing to de-stress, and your body is asking for exercise. Sounds...

01 Nov Divorce Doesn’t Need to Disrupt Retirement

Posted at 08:00h in Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Living Will, Power of Attorney by Phelps LaClair Law

There is nothing easy about divorce. It can be painful, messy and financially devastating. Divorce can be especially difficult when it comes to a long-term couple. Dividing up assets and your estate for future planning or retirement can be a difficult process following divorce. Entering...

05 Jun Facts of Advance Directives

Posted at 15:30h in Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Living Will, Power of Attorney, Uncategorized by Phelps LaClair Law

When it comes to protecting your future, there cannot be enough education. An advance directive can be confused for a last will and testament, but they are distinctly different and Phelps LaClair can help you understand how. While a last will and testament deals with...

21 Aug Is it Too Safe?

Posted at 08:13h in Asset Protection, Estate Planning by Phelps LaClair Law

Safety is a huge concern these days. Television, internet, and newspapers all focus on tragedy, corruption, and international tension. It’s human nature to want to be safe. Phelps LaClair in Gilbert, Chandler, and Mesa also has your safety at heart. It’s written into every estate...

27 Mar Medical Power of Attorney

Posted at 11:14h in Estate Planning, Living Will, Power of Attorney by Phelps LaClair Law

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...

09 Aug Are Online DIY Wills a Good Idea?

Posted at 14:00h in Estate Planning, Living Will by Phelps LaClair Law

Since March, many of us have been working remotely at least part of the time. The COVID shutdown has created a new workspace reality. We are used to having virtual meetings, access to social media without restriction, and almost unlimited scheduling flexibility. With our computers,...

03 Jun What Is a Medical Power of Attorney?

Posted at 14:08h in Advance Directive, Estate Planning, Living Will, Long-Term Care Planning, Power of Attorney by Phelps LaClair Law

As we age, our medical needs change. That is just a part of life. And depending on your personal medical history, you may want to plan for an event where, if you cannot communicate directly with doctors and nurses, you have someone who knows your...

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10 May What Is an Advance Directive?

Posted at 09:47h in Advance Directive, Estate Planning, Living Will by Phelps LaClair Law

When most people talk about estate planning, they think it's just for making sure their property goes to their loved ones after they are gone. However, estate planning also encompasses directives for instances when you are still alive, but can not make important decisions for...

22 Jun Essential Estate Planning Documents

Posted at 07:43h in Estate Planning by Phelps LaClair Law

In the past two months, we have spoken with a number of new and former clients concerned about the coronavirus. Phelps LaClair is a premier estate planning law firm in the Phoenix Metro area. We are well acquainted with folks who want a solid estate...

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