Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 18, 2026, because the Sharing Down Syndrome Walk Fundraiser is back, and so are we. The team at Phelps LaClair is proud to be part of this incredible event, now in its 26th year. This is not just one of...
Back in 1987, President Ronald Reagan established the month of March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. This year’s theme is “We’re Here: Then, Now, Always.” The goal of this campaign is to bring more awareness to the fact that people with disabilities are all around...
When Maria and David learned their newborn son would have Down syndrome, they felt a wave of love and uncertainty all at once. They wanted to give Eli every opportunity in life, but they also knew the road ahead would require careful planning. One of the...
At Phelps LaClair, we've been families with special needs loved ones for many years. If you are taking care of adults or children with special needs, such as mental or physical disabilities, you have probably asked yourself what would happen to them if you became...
If you are supporting someone with a disability, it can be difficult to ensure their financial security while still preserving their eligibility for government benefits. That’s where a Special Needs Trust (SNT) comes in. These irrevocable trusts are designed to provide for the unique needs...
Phelps LaClair is a second-generation estate planning firm in Gilbert, Arizona, where helping you plan for your family’s future isn’t just part of what we do, it’s all we do! In considering which type of legal document might be best to protect your legacy, you’ve...
Planning for your family’s future isn’t always easy, especially when you have to consider all the “what-ifs.” One of the most meaningful ways you can protect your children is setting up an estate plan that reflects your wishes for their care and provides for their...
Caring for a loved one with special needs comes with unique challenges, and one of them is how to secure their financial future. Even when you have the best intentions, leaving money to them in your will can actually cause financial problems for the special...
Estate planning is a vital process for every family. But it is especially important for families with special needs children, because they face unique challenges. Careful planning can help you provide for your child’s future in the best way possible, and ensure they stay eligible...
Including a trust in your estate plan will keep your assets safe until your loved ones inherit them. There are many types of trusts to choose from, and understanding which kind of trust you need may seem overwhelming. The estate planning experts at Phelps LaClair...