In this Elder Law Minute, Kaye DeSelms Dent explains how inheritance protection trusts and spendthrift provisions can be used in estate planning, why a trustee can help protect inherited assets, and how parents can create different plans for different children based on their individual circumstances. Introduction Hi I’m Kaye DeSelms Dent with Dent Coulson Elder […]

Illinois Power of Attorney Bill Becomes Law An important update to the Illinois Power of Attorney Act has been signed into law. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed House Bill 4462 (HB 4462) into law on July 24, 2026. The legislation, proposed to Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz by the Illinois Chapter of the National Academy of Elder […]

In this Elder Law Minute, Wes Coulson explains why getting your estate planning documents right the first time matters. Wills, trusts, and powers of attorney can have lasting consequences, and when those documents are ultimately needed, you may no longer have an opportunity to correct a mistake. Introduction Greetings, I’m Wes Coulson from Dent Coulson […]

In this Elder Law Minute, Kaye DeSelms Dent explains why trusts typically aren’t formally terminated and why proper administration matters more than closing them. Introduction 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 elder care journey […]

In this Elder Law Minute, Kaye DeSelms Dent explains why “quick questions” often require deeper conversations to properly protect your interests.   Introduction 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 elder care journey which begins […]