Who can make a Will? And can it be revoked?

Who Can Make a Will in Wisconsin? What Steps Do I Need to Follow? In Wisconsin, “Any person of sound mind 18 years of age or older may make and revoke a will.”  Wis. Stats. 853.01.  While this rule gives most adults the ability to execute a will, there are still some particular formalities that…

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Thinking about your Estate Plan during the COVID 19 Pandemic.

Have you been considering your Will? Trust? Powers of Attorney? Advanced Directive? Petit & Dommershausen, SC, law firm is here to help with your legal needs during these difficult times. A Well Crafted Estate Plan is an important consideration for everyone, especially now. While considering one’s death and dying or incapacity is unpleasant, a Well Crafted Estate Plan can…

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Estate Planning Minute

Interested in learning more about Estate Planning? Attorney Nathan J. Wojan offers a brief outline on the topic in this video. Interested in learning more? Call him at 920-739-9900

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Estate Plans/Will Reviews? When should I review my plan?

How often should you review your estate planning?  If you have a complex estate, you should review your plan on a biannual basis but it is always a good idea to review your plan after any life changing event occurs. Here is a quick reference on times you should definitely review and revise your plans:…

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WHAT HAPPENS TO DEBTS AFTER A LOVED ONE DIES?

Debts After Passing Away When a loved one dies, either the personal representative or an heir is likely going to have to figure out the finances, including any financial obligations. All of their assets (i.e., bank accounts, businesses, cars, real estate, etc.) are all lumped together into what is called an estate. If the estate…

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