Bankruptcy can be a life changing experience, but you want to ensure that at the end of the process, you have the fresh start that you are looking for. Having to file bankruptcy is stressful enough. During financial stress, it can be tempting to take all...
Probate takes place after a person’s death and in most cases you will need to validate and authenticate the final will, ensuring all debts are paid and the remaining assets get distributed accordingly. Probate proceedings can be overwhelming because an estate plan is...
Having a Power of Attorney not only ensures someone you trust will be in charge of important life decisions, but the benefits of a Power of Attorney includes everything from paying bills to monitoring your healthcare decisions if you are unable to do so. A Power of...
Bankruptcy can be a difficult and overwhelming decision. There are two types or “chapters” individuals can apply for; chapters 7 and 13. In a chapter 7 bankruptcy, almost all debt is erased, this does not include certain taxes, student loans, secured debt or child...
Probate is intended to divide your property and assets according to who you designate it to, but it can be a daunting and imperfect process. After a person has passed away, probate is the legal procedure that is settled in a probate court regarding an estate. Avoiding...
In today’s video we discuss how a revocable living trust is used to avoid probate and protect the privacy of the trust owner. If you are in Washington State and would like to discuss more details give our office a call at [nap_phone...
For most filers, the list of documents needed and the bankruptcy paperwork itself can seem stressful and confusing. Here at DAL Law Firm, you can rest assured that nothing is missed and that you will have a smooth filing. It is best to meet with an attorney who can...
The one main question we get when people call in about bankruptcy is, how does bankruptcy work? If you are facing financial challenges, you may have thought about bankruptcy, but you do not know where to start. Unlike a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, where most debts are...
If you have debts, you may be wondering whether your creditors could claim your life insurance proceeds after you die. In most cases, life insurance proceeds will pass exempt from the insured person's creditors, but there are a couple of exceptions. When you have a...
Many times there can be confusion about what a guardianship is and how it works. A guardian is a person or agency appointed by the guardianship Court, who is designated to act for someone who is incapacitated. Limited Guardianships can be established for people who...
