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Ready to explore? From camping trips to parades to puppet shows, check out our list of activities and events to enjoy with your family this fall.

15 Nov Fall Activities and Events for the Whole Family

Posted at 12:20h in Family Fun by Phelps LaClair Law

We always enjoy getting out in nature as a way to keep healthy. And now that fall is finally here, we’re excited to embrace the cooler weather and have more outdoor adventures! The comfortable temps also bring more wildlife activity, so grab your binoculars if...

October is National Cyber Security Awareness month, so we explain how to protect your assets from thieves and scammers.

29 Oct Cyber Security Awareness Month: How to Protect Your Estate from Scammers

Posted at 09:26h in Asset Protection by Phelps LaClair Law

Are your assets safe from identity theft? Do you know how to recognize an estate planning scam? October is National Cyber Security Awareness month, so before the month ends, we'd like to remind you to make sure your accounts are protected. Far too many people have fallen...

04 May Estate Planning Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic

Posted at 17:49h in Advance Directive, Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Living Will by Phelps LaClair Law

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...

05 Dec Holiday Fun in Phoenix

Posted at 13:00h in Outdoor Fun by Phelps LaClair Law

At Phelps LaClair, we believe that rest is important for our lives to be in balance. The author of the Bourne Trilogy series said, “Rest is a weapon.” As the year is winding down and we are heading into the busy holiday season, remember to...

Arizona’s estate planning laws allow for several types of advance directives—here's how to use them to protect your decisions about medical care.

03 Oct Arizona’s Laws on Advance Directives

Posted at 07:14h in Advance Directive, Power of Attorney by Phelps LaClair Law

An advance directive is a legal document that describes your personal preferences for medical care. They are meant to protect your best interests if you're ever in a position where you're unable to speak for yourself. Living wills, medical powers of attorney, and DNR orders...

what happens if my parents don't make a will, how do you get parents to write a will, how do i convince my parents to start estate planning

03 Sep My Parents Don’t Have an Estate Plan! How Can I Convince Them to Start?

Posted at 05:59h in Wills by Phelps LaClair Law

You already know how important it is to have an estate plan, a will, and end-of-life documents in place. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean your parents are on the same page. Many adults worry about the fact that their parents don’t have a will. Their stomachs...

If you want to begin your retirement with peace of mind, you should make setting up your estate plan a priority.

29 May Estate Planning and Retirement: Why You Need an Estate Plan Before You Retire

Posted at 14:25h in Uncategorized by Phelps LaClair Law

Estate planning is a very important part of retirement planning. Although technically you can make an estate plan after you retire, it's not wise to put it off. We know it can be difficult to tackle some estate planning topics, like writing your will or...

Setting up a lifetime asset protection trust is a great way to protect your children's inheritance. Here's how it works.

03 Jul What Is a Lifetime Asset Protection Trust?

Posted at 09:00h in Uncategorized by Phelps LaClair Law

Oftentimes, the key to creating generational wealth lies in protecting the assets you pass down to your children and grandchildren. If you don't want their inheritance to get squandered by an irresponsible spouse, or lost in an unexpected lawsuit, there are steps you can take....

In this guide, we answer the most frequently asked questions about inherited 401K accounts and how your 401K fits into estate planning.

24 May Your 401K and Your Estate Plan

Posted at 09:57h in Estate Planning, Retirement Planning by Phelps LaClair Law

Choosing a beneficiary for your 401K is an important decision. Even though retirement accounts do not have to go through probate, they can still be subject to taxes and fees. And when it comes to inheriting a 401K account, different rules apply for charities, spouses,...

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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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