A Return to Chaos or a Reasonable Compromise:

By: M. David Steffensen

This article explores the effect of Utah Code Ann. § 75-2-503, commonly referred to as the Harmless Error Statute, on estate planning and probate litigation for both attorneys and the public at large.

Estate Planning for Millennials in the Time of the Coronavirus Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has mortality on the minds of many young people who are taking action now writing wills and making critical estate planning decisions about who will be in charge of their medical care and finances if they’re ill and incapacitated.

Times of Uncertainty and Your Estate Plan

The last three months have brought significant uncertainty to most of our lives. Our “normal” lives have been saturated with varying levels of fear, anxiety, and confusion. The coronavirus has forced some of us to learn new skills and do…

Do You Need a Will or Trust in Utah?

Make a commitment to reduce stress for yourself and your family by coming in and creating an estate plan.

8 Things To Do Before You Travel – Estate Planning Edition

Here is a checklist of estate planning things to do before you take your next trip.

New Year Estate Planning Goal: Tell Your Kids You Have a Plan

Congratulations! You’ve finished your estate planning! You’re done! But are you, really? Who knows you’ve got a plan? Have you explained your planning to your family?

Estate Planning and Digital Assets

Planning for your digital assets is similar to estate planning for other assets. There are multiple ways in which you can safely pass on your digital accounts. 

Naming a Guardian for Your Minor Children

Admittedly, naming backup parents can be a difficult process for you. The obvious reason is that no one wants to think about such a scenario.

Keep Your Estate Planning Documents Organized For Your Family

Many of us do not think about what would happen if we suddenly became incapacitated or died. Would our friends, spouse, or family know what to do? Would they know where to find important documents? Would they be able to access (or even know about) online accounts or files? Would they know whom to ask if they need help?

Divorce and Life Insurance – What Happens?

Whether each spouse realizes it or not, one often overlooked asset in the divorce proceedings is life insurance. Too often, the policy remains unchanged, and the beneficiary, the ex-spouse, may reap a windfall as a result of an unexpected death.