by Laurie Ohall | Nov 20, 2024 | Probate
“I’ve been told to avoid probate because it takes forever, but my estate isn’t that big. Does size really matter?” As a Brandon probate attorney, I hear this question often. The short answer? When it comes to probate, the government moves at...
by Laurie Ohall | Nov 12, 2024 | Elder Law, VA (Veteran's Affairs)
Each year around Veterans Day, we like to remind our wartime veterans and their spouses about an often-overlooked VA benefit that could help pay for needed long-term care assistance. As a Tampa elder law attorney, I’ve seen how the Aid & Attendance pension...
by Laurie Ohall | Nov 5, 2024 | End of Life Issues, Estate Planning, Funerals
When crafting an obituary for a loved one, most people focus on celebrating the person’s life and informing others about funeral arrangements. However, as a Tampa probate lawyer, I’ve seen how obituaries can inadvertently expose families to various risks....
by Laurie Ohall | Oct 30, 2024 | Probate
As a Tampa probate lawyer, I often hear this concern from clients: “What if I can’t locate all of my loved one’s assets?” It’s a common issue in today’s digital age, where assets can be spread across various accounts and platforms....
by Laurie Ohall | Oct 23, 2024 | Estate Planning, Guardianship, Special Needs
As parents of children with special needs, we pour our hearts into providing care and making decisions for our kids throughout their childhood. But as they approach adulthood, an important question arises: What happens when our child turns 18 and becomes a legal...
