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Can Frequent Flyer Miles Be Transferred to Your Heirs?
Have you ever considered what might happen to your frequent flyer miles after you pass away? The process of transferring miles to your heirs might not be as simple as you might think. Below are links to two articles, one from an estate planning attorney’s perspective and the other from a practical perspective of how…
Electronic Note Admitted as a Will in Michigan Probate Court
Written by Verity Law Associate Attorney, Lisa A. Roelands These days cell phones are used for more than just making and receiving phone calls. A cell phone can be used to maintain a personal calendar, track activity level, and according to one Michigan Court, even to make a will. In a recently published Michigan Court…
Legal Documents Every College Bound Student Needs
Written by Verity Law Associate Attorney Lisa Roelands. As the school year is wrapping up many students are preparing to leave home for the first time to attend college in the fall. One task that probably is not on their back to school list is meeting with an attorney, but it should be. Families should meet…
Do I Need a Will?
Written by Verity Law Associate Attorney Lisa A. Roelands The simple answer, yes. A will is the legal document that allows you to direct how your assets will be distributed after your death. Even if your estate plan requires more than a will, the will is the foundation of your estate plan. Failure to have…
Creating a Pet Trust
Written by Verity Law Associate Attorney, Lisa A. Roelands Have you ever considered what will happen to your pet if you were to pass away? Your pet will already be under a considerable amount of stress since their companion is no longer living, and without a plan in place your pet might end up in…