DIVORCE AND PUBLIC BENEFITS
by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., CELA Many divorces involve families in which a spouse or child has disabilities. Family law attorneys should always ask if this is the situation. In many instances, the individuals with disabilities are receiving public benefits and many other that may be eligible for benefits but are not aware of their…
10 REASONS TO SELECT A CORPORATE TRUSTEE
by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., CELA Attorneys prepare many types of trusts. The trusts are for multiple purposes. They include special needs trusts, standard support trusts, discretionary support trusts, disclaimer trusts, bloodline trusts, incentive-based trusts, retirement plan trusts, and trusts for Medicaid planning purposes. Occasionally, it is appropriate to have a family member serve as…
The Future of the Practice of Law
By Thomas D. Begley, Jr., CELA A Virginia State Bar Association appointed a study committee on the future of the practice of law. Perhaps New Jersey should do the same. A draft copy of the final report is interesting reading. The committee identified a number of external forces affecting the practice of law: Advances in…
What Blended Families Should Know About Estate Planning
By Thomas D. Begley, Jr. Esquire, CELA CASE STUDY 1: SIMPLE WILLS INADEQUATE TO PROTECT CHILDREN FROM PREVIOUS MARRIAGES Andy (age 77) and Maureen (age 75) are in a long-term second marriage. Andy has two children from a previous marriage, Alexis (age 50) and Kit (age 48). Maureen also has two children from a previous…