Author: Stephen Howard
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Estate Planning Definitions & Terms (T-Z)
Understand the terms and language used in creating a personalized estate plan including a will and trust.
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Assets and Property in Your Utah Estate Plan
Keep good records of the assets and property that are connected to your estate plan, including property that is held in trust.
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Guardianship for Minor Turning 18
Filing for guardianship over a minor child who will soon be turning 18 can be done several months before their actual 18th birthday.
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Modifying an Irrevocable Living Trust
Modifying an irrevocable trust is sometimes possible, but the process can be complicated. If you are considering establishing an irrevocable trust, thoroughly consider your options.
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Expungements & Character Reference Letters
An expungement petition can be more persuasive to both prosecutors and judges when it supported by good-quality character reference letters.
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Estate Planning Tools & Roles
Knowing who does what and when they should do it is key to actually implementing a good estate plan. Tools and roles should be explained in advance.
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Protected: Estates Form Draft Demo
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Navigating Utah’s Justice Courts
Utah’s justice courts are restricted to handling only misdemeanor criminal charges, but consequences of a conviction can be serious. Good legal advice is important.
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Estate Planning Terms and Definitions
Understanding key terms and concepts involved in the estate planning process is an important part of establishing a personalized estate plan. The following are general definitions and information about legal…
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Family Trusts and the Mortgage Due-on-Sale Clause
Creating a living trust (sometimes called a family trust or revocable trust) can be an important part of a comprehensive estate plan. Transferring your home or other real estate into…
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What happens when a person dies without a will in Utah?
A person who dies without leaving a will is considered to have died “intestate.” Under Utah law, what happens to that person’s estate is dictated by sections of the Utah…
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What do I do if I lose my original will in Utah?
Losing or misplacing your last will and testament (or simply a “will”) in Utah requires action. Even if you still have a photocopy of the will, this may not be…