- Child SupportDischarged, or forgiven, and disappear upon the successful completion of a bankruptcy filing. You’ll have to understand though that bankruptcy is not a “fix-all” to every type of debt out there. Some types of debt, like student loans, child support, and alimony payments cannot be discharged through bankruptcy.
- Spousal Support
- Estate PlanningAbsolutely. Estate planning isn’t just for those fortunate enough to call themselves retired, nor is it only for the rich and famous. Good estate planning often means the most to those families with a modest amount of assets: those who are least able to bear the burden of time, tax, and legal wrangling
- WillsEstate planning is the important – and often overlooked – act of making a plan, in advance, of what will happen to your possessions after you pass away. Estate planning may at times mean little more than writing a simple will, but regardless of the complexity of your personal situation it’s absolutely necessary that you obtain qualified legal guidance from an estate planning lawyer when crafting estate planning documents such as wills and trusts. Even a small mistake made by following a “do it yourself” website can have tremendous consequences down the road, and are easily avoided by consulting with an attorney.
- TrustsRevocable living trust. It is an estate-planning tool avoids the probate process. There are drawbacks to this which I can discuss more fully with the client. Assets, once placed into your trust, may be ordered to remain there under the management of a trustee that you select, until the beneficiaries whom you wish to receive the fruits of your earthly labor reach the age that you decide.
- Power of AttorneyDurable Power of Attorney for Asset Management – This is a legally binding document that allows another person either complete or partial authority to sign documents in your name on your behalf when you are absent. It remains valid should you become incapacitated, ending only upon death. This is what people generally mean when they talk about “power of attorney”.
- Probate
- BankruptcyWorking with Gina was great. She quickly evaluated my situation and was able to help me come up with a plan of action to get my finances in order and file my Chapter 7 bankruptcy. I received my discharge papers recently and I’m now moving forward with a much better financial situation. Scott
- Debt CollectionDebt collection is the legal process of pursuing what’s rightfully owed to you by those for whom you’ve rendered service or product. If you’re a small to mid-sized company with accounts receivable that need to be addressed, an attorney like Gina who is experienced with collection matters is exactly what you need.