On Wednesday, the IRS issued Revenue Ruling 2013-17 announcing that “individuals of the same sex will be considered to be lawfully married under the Code as long as they were… Read More »
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Google Now Offers Digital Estate Planning Services
Now more than ever, Americans are storing sensitive information and financial accounts completely online. Estate planning attorneys are scurrying to find the best way to deal with digital assets when… Read More »
Do You Have a Right To Your Inheritance?
In the absence of a vested right, an interest in the estate of another is merely an expectancy. This means that, until the person dies, the beneficiary does not have… Read More »
Shielding Your Estate From Your Children’s Spouses
Periodically reviewing and updating your estate plan is as important as executing it in the first place. One event that should trigger a review of your estate plan is the… Read More »
Succession Planning For The Family Business
It is simply imperative that individuals who own a family business put a succession plan in place. A recent article offers several tips for getting started on a succession plan… Read More »
Estate Planning for Your Family
As a recent article points out, putting together an estate plan is one of the most important things a parent can do for his or her children. Parents must plan… Read More »
The Infamous Sandwich Story and What it Means to You
If you haven’t yet heard this one, here’s a recap: Pregnant and hungry, an Oahu mom brought her 2-year-old daughter and husband to Safeway to buy food on October 26,… Read More »
Estate Planning for the Young?
Estate planning needs a new name. When most people think of estate planning, words like elderly, wealthy, or death often come to mind. It also conjures images of vast tracks… Read More »
What’s New at the OLG and Why You Should Put Your Biz in a Trust
I hope you are enjoying your summer! Those of you who have called or come into the office have met Alice Adams, our new assistant, who is staffing our never-dull… Read More »
Protecting Your Child’s Identity
Aloha Friend! Mele Kalikimaka and Happy Holidays! I hope this note finds you significantly better prepared for the holidays than me. My parents arrived on island Saturday and are staying… Read More »