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Estate planning is a critical aspect of financial strategy, particularly for high net worth individuals and families. With their substantial wealth and intricate financial landscapes, these individuals face unique challenges and opportunities that demand a specialized approach to preserve and transfer wealth effectively. Expert advice from Blacksburg Law, strategies, and considerations will be provided to

If you’ve ever hired a lawyer before, you may be familiar with how quickly hourly fees can add up. You might even think twice before writing an email to your attorney or calling with a question because a brief reply or conversation can be pricey. Fortunately, there are many other types of free arrangements beyond

Your small business is not just a source of income, but also a reflection of your hard work and dedication. Leaving your investment up to chance could come with costly consequences. Instead, estate planning can help to protect both your business and your legacy. This comprehensive process ensures that your business continues to thrive after

When I decided to return to practicing estate law, I wasn’t interested in producing cookie-cutter estate plans. It was time for a fresh perspective and a more well-rounded view of what estate planning can and should be.  I wanted more than a transactional relationship with my clients. I wanted the process of estate planning to

When most people think about estate planning, their minds jump to money and other assets. After all, estate plans were traditionally a way to transfer wealth to the next generation. In 2023, we know that they can – and should – be so much more.   An estate plan should be about what matters most

Sitting down with an estate planner to develop an estate plan is a smart first step. But signing your documents is not the end of the process. In order to ensure your wishes and desires are protected, you need to have some frank conversations with your fiduciaries.