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Powerful Statistics about Probate

Over 14 percent of Americans are aged 65 and up. AARP found that 41 percent of baby boomers do not have a will. Almost 35 percent of respondents claimed procrastination as the reason. Are you unsure about how to handle your Ohio estate planning? Read More

4 All Too Common Myths about the Probate Process (Debunked)

Unfortunately, common misconceptions about the Ohio probate process abound, creating frustration and confusion and occasionally leading to procrastination. Probate does not need to be an overwhelming or stressful experience. Read More

How to Protect Assets from the Nursing Home

Thousands of Americans need nursing home care every year. Many need this focused care because they are struggling with end of life illnesses or conditions that require constant skilled supervision. Nursing home care can be vital to preserving quality… Read More

What Is a Living Trust?

A living trust, like a will, sets forth your desires regarding the distribution of your assets upon your death. Designing a trust includes choosing a successor trustee, who will perform the same role as an executor of a will, to carry out your instru… Read More

How to Probate a Will

When a family member passes away, the relatives left behind often find themselves with a long “to-do” list of tasks. In addition to planning a memorial and taking care of other personal needs, these loved ones must also honor the deceased person… Read More

How Much Does Probate Cost?

Probate expenses can chip into assets you’ve spent a lifetime accumulating, robbing beneficiaries of much needed support and creating needless stress for everyone touched by the process. What kinds of fees and costs can you expect, and what can you… Read More

What Is a Succession Plan?

In life and in business, you must plan ahead for the unexpected. A succession plan outlines a clear path for what should happen to your company when you retire or step aside due to illness or a disability. Succession planning involves multiple compon… Read More

How Can I Protect My Assets?

The after-effects of the 2008-2009 Recession still linger across the midwest, and many hard-working individuals in Ohio and across the United States worry about how they’ll shield their assets from what estate planning attorneys often call “credi… Read More

What Is Elder Law?

Elder law is an area of legal practice that focuses on the specific needs of seniors. It covers a wide range of elements, including: Estate Planning Wills, Trusts and Probate Trust Administration Elder Abuse Elder Fraud Powers of Attorney Elderly Hea… Read More

Sandy Gudorf Featured in Dayton Business Journal

Sandy Gudorf is president of the Downtown Dayton Partnership. Gudorf heads the nonprofit, focused on business development, advocacy and marketing of downtown Dayton. Under her leadership, the central business district has seen signs of renewed vitali… Read More