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Founder announces search for litigation attorneys in Oregon and Washington
ABBY LANDON ANNOUNCES SEARCH FOR LITIGATION ATTORNEYS IN OREGON AND WASHINGTON: Wool Landon is a boutique private client trust and estate firm. I developed Wool Landon in part because I lost confidence in the succession planning available for my clients at the larger firms where I had been a member. In larger part, I see the need for a boutique multi-state trust and estate firm that can create some conformity of documentation, excellence, expertise and methodology. We are searching for 2 experienced litigation lawyers to join our team, a mid-level litigator able to manage a part of our existing case load, and a senior partner level attorney with a portable book of complimentary business.
What role does life insurance play in your estate plan
As you develop wealth, there are well established insurance strategies for managing your estate’s tax obligations. When your personal or financial situation changes, such as when you acquire more property, marry, divorce, or have children, your insurance arrangements may need to change as well.
3 actions to take to avoid estate planning disputes – notes from our litigator
By examining what went wrong in the matters we handle that are in dispute, we see clear patterns and missteps that can be avoided. The following actions can be done today to help you prevent or minimize estate planning disputes in the future.
A change of heart or elder financial abuse?
Have you noticed a sibling suddenly showing more interest in your elderly parent, perhaps even moving in with mom or dad to “take care of them”? Do you have concerns about their intentions? Unfortunately, your concerns may be warranted. In Oregon, financial and...
Does proper estate planning prevent trust and probate challenges?
A good set of documents done right and at the right time is the best prevention. The two primary purposes of estate planning include controlling what happens to your property when you die and protecting the people who depend on you when the unthinkable happens. If you...
In Estate and Trust Litigation, “Influencer” is a Four-Letter Word
These days, the word “influencer” brings to mind a TikToker dancing the latest trending moves or pushing an internet-exclusive teeth whitening system. In the realm of estates and trusts, “influencer” has a darker meaning.
Cohabitation from state to state; nontraditional relationships have special estate planning needs
Grieving individuals may find themselves in a legal dispute following the death of their beloved partner if they do not take proactive steps to protect their shared and separate estates. For many couples, a committed and long-term relationship does not include a legal...
Signs someone is trying to influence a will
While estate planning can benefit younger people, it is a necessity for the elderly or those who have been afflicted by an illness. While the elderly or those who are ill can still be fully independent and aware of their surroundings, in some cases, they can be more...
Do it Right or Be Right – Lessons Learned from Defense Litigation
At Wool Landon, our informal motto is "Do it Right or Be Right." Our estate planning and administration team take the time to Do it Right and prepare quality documents that stand the test of time. On the litigation side, we do not hurry our initial client...