Wills and Trusts

You probably already know that a FREE estate planning worksheet. If you have additional questions or concerns regarding the various types of Wills, or you are ready to get started creating your Last Will and Testament, [Read More]

Your initial estate planning efforts may consist of nothing more than executing a Last Will and Testament that ensures your assets will be distributed according to your wishes in the event of your sudden death at an early age.  You will, however, undoubtedly elaborate on that plan as you acquire more assets and as your … [Read More]

Over the course of your lifetime, you will probably work toward building up your estate assets so that they can provide for you and your loved ones down the road. Acquiring assets, however, should not be your only goal. You also need to protect the assets you acquire. Your estate plan can help you do … [Read More]

A Last Will and Testament is traditionally used to distribute estate assets in a simple estate plan. If your estate plan still uses a Will for its foundation, it might be time to consider another option – a trust. A trust can also be used to distribute estate assets after your death; however, a trust … [Read More]

Hartford estate planning attorneys can provide assistance with the creation of an original estate plan if you do not yet have a plan in place already to protect your wealth and to provide for your loved ones. The help that Nirenstein, Horowitz & Associates provides, however, extends beyond just assisting you with taking the initial … [Read More]

One of the key questions asked of Glastonbury estate planning attorneys is whether or not a will should be created. Many people have heard the advice that making a will is important, but don’t necessarily think they actually need to make this legal document yet – perhaps because they are too young or because they … [Read More]

When it comes to estate planning, many people think of only one legal tool: wills. While it is true that a last will and testament can be an important part of your plan for your legacy, a will is far from the only document that most people need to create in order to prepare for … [Read More]

A Connecticut trust lawyer at Nirenstein, Horowitz & Associates can provide you with invaluable help in determining if you need a trust. If you could benefit from including a trust as a part of your comprehensive estate plan, an experienced attorney can also assist you with creating a trust.  Trust creation is one of the … [Read More]

There are many substantial advantages to creating a trust. Trusts are powerful legal tools and, depending upon the kind of trust you create, you can protect assets, take care of heirs, plan ahead for incapacity, or accomplish other goals.  If you are thinking about potentially creating a trust, you should talk with an experienced attorney … [Read More]

A testamentary trust is one of many different kinds of trusts which is recognized under Connecticut trust law and which is created for the purposes of controlling and protecting assets. There are many benefits to a testamentary trust, as well as certain limitations.  Because there are different types of trusts, each with their own pros … [Read More]