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2019 Resolutions – Smile More. Laugh More. Love More.
It has been a difficult holiday season. I have been to two funerals in three weeks. The Friday before Christmas, a good friend of mine passed away - he was 49 years old. And, then three weeks later, another friend passed away on his 90th birthday. After reflecting on their [...]
Law Insight – Oklahoma LLCs Are Open for Business
If you are wanting to start a new business, a limited liability company provides several advantages.
What a Thoughtful Gift!
What a wonderful way to start the new year! We helped our clients start their new business, and they sent an absolutely beautiful bouquet of flowers, a Starbucks gift card, and a note. The bouquet is from Mrs. DeHaven's Flower Shop - a Tulsa tradition since 1905! Since this is [...]
Law Insight – Trust Distributions to Children
When drafting a trust, a frequent question is when and how much should be distributed to the kids. Instead of paying the full amount immediately after a Parent’s death, it is common to spread the payments out over several years. For example, a Parent may decide to pay up to [...]
Law Insight – What is the Difference Between a Specific Power-of-Attorney and a General Power-of-Attorney?
What’s the difference between a "specific" power-of-attorney and a "general" power-of-attorney? What is a power-of-attorney?
Law Insight – Transfer-on-Death Deed
How can you transfer your house after your death? Cost-effectively? And, without delay? For many people, a “transfer-on-death" deed is the solution.
Law Insight – Simple Wills and Pour-Over Wills
If you want to direct how your property will be disposed and distributed at your death, you need a will.
Law Insight – Why Use a Revocable Living Trust?
If a person already has a Will, why do they need to use a Revocable Living Trust. First, time. The administration of a Probate can be a time-consuming and expensive process. 6 to 12 months or longer is not uncommon. Second, loss of privacy. During the administration of a Probate, [...]
Law Insight – Who Can Make a Will in Oklahoma
The State of Oklahoma has certain formal requirements that must be met before a person can creat a will.
Where’s My New Medicare Card? How to Find Out the Status
The federal government has begun mailing new Medicare cards to 59 million Americans. You should keep track of when your new card will arrive and contact Medicare if you don't receive it.