In this Elder Law Minute, Crystal Post explains how trusts offer flexible asset management during life and after death. Video Transcript:  Hi, I’m Crystal Post. I’m the new Junior Associate at Dent Coulson Elder Law. I’m really hoping that these Elder Law Minutes provide some insight and understanding to complex issues that everyday people face […]

In this Elder Law Minute, Attorney Kaye DeSelms Dent from Dent Coulson Elder Law explains how the Illinois small estate threshold is increasing—giving more families the opportunity to settle a loved one’s estate without going through probate. What Is Considered a Small Estate in Illinois? An estate is the property you own solely in your […]

In this Elder Law Minute, Crystal Post shares why revisiting your estate plan annually is vital to keeping it current and effective. *************************************************** Video Transcript: Hi, I’m Crystal Post. I’m the new Junior Associate at Dent Coulson Elder Law. I’m really hoping that these Elder Law Minutes provide some insight and understanding to complex issues […]

In this Elder Law Minute, Kaye DeSelms Dent stresses the importance of discussing your estate plan with adult children to avoid future confusion and conflict. *************************************************** Video Transcript: Hi, I’m Kaye DeSelms Dent with Dent Coulson Elder Law, here with an Elder Law Minute for you. These videos are intended to educate you about the […]

In this Elder Law Minute, Crystal Post explains why naming a third party fiduciary as trustee ensures expert, unbiased trust management. Video Transcript: Hi, I’m Crystal Post. I’m the new Junior Associate at Dent Coulson Elder Law. I’m really hoping that these Elder Law Minutes provide some insight and understanding to complex issues that everyday […]