New Jersey estate law makes having a well-written will crucial. At first glance, the concept of creating a will may seem somewhat morbid or uncomfortable. After all, the process involves contemplating our mortality and deciding on the distribution of our assets after we’re gone. However, there is a compelling case…
A holographic will is a will that is handwritten, signed and dated by the testator (the person whose will it is). Under New Jersey estate planning Law, holographic wills can be probated and will serve to ensure that the Testator’s assets are bequeathed according to the Testator’s wishes. In fact,…
Frequently, when you or a family member are first diagnosed with dementia, you still have the capacity and are legally “competent” to make your own estate planning decisions. The four documents discussed here will assist a person with dementia and their loved ones as the disease progresses and they no…