During the initial stages of estate planning, one of the early questions you may face could be deciding between a will or a trust. Each person’s situation is unique, and your specific facts will determine the best course of action for you. It’s essential to note that estate planning is for all estates, so even…
If you’ve called Schromen Law, LLC recently, chances are you’ve heard a new voice on the line. I’m Kimberly Witt, the new executive assistant for the growing firm! With a background in education, I come to Schromen Law after more than a decade of teaching high school and college English classes. While I will always…
Many children and teens today don’t know a life without technology, and for those of us who can remember a time without Facebook, Instagram, and Google in our pockets, that idea may seem bizarre. Lots of parents get into a battle with their teen about how much they’re on their cell phones, iPads, laptops, etc….
There are numerous benefits to estate planning, but one that cannot be discounted is the peace of mind that comes with having an estate plan in place. Regardless of the size of your estate, it is inevitable to question what will happen with your hard earned assets should something unexpected happen to you. Questions like…
A Legacy Letter is a message written from your heart to the hearts of those you hold dear. Also called Ethical Wills, these letters are not legally binding and convey your values rather than your valuables. Legacy Letters are a sincere and earnest letter containing words of love, wisdom and life lessons from you to…
Henry (named change to protect client confidentiality) contacted me about a year after his wife was first diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. In the year leading up to our first meeting he had provided her full-time care and watched as her condition progressed. Not only was Henry dealing with the physical and financial challenges of caring…
It is not uncommon that family members, predominantly female family members, have provided a majority of care to their aging loved ones. Today, middle-aged adults, known as the “Sandwich Generation,” are those who are caught between the demands of caring for their children and providing care to their aging parents. The number of individuals who…
Schromen Law, LLC is a proud sponsor of the 2018 Autism Speaks Walk, taking place on September 29, 2018 at the U.S. Bank Stadium. The Autism Speak Walk is one of the largest autism fundraising events, dedicated to improving the lives of people with autism. Schromen Law, LLC provides representation to families who have loved…
A traditional “nuclear family,” typically consists of a mother, father, and two children. However, what makes up a typical family structure in our society has shifted to a more complex structure, including step-children, cohabitation, same-sex couples, and blended family structures. While basic estate planning principles are similar for any family, there may be extra steps…
It is not uncommon for couple to live together prior to marriage, and it is becoming even more common for unmarried couples to purchase property together prior to marriage. This arrangement is often referred to as “cohabitation.” While cohabitation is becoming more common, it is important to note that unmarried couples do not have the…
