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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Estate Planning Intake Form
The following form is for use by individuals intending to or already working with Stephen Howard or Stone River Law in Utah. You may download this pdf and send the…
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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…