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As an attorney in Cincinnati who helps clients with their wills, I am sometimes asked if there are cases where an individual doesn’t need a will. I guess it is the interpretation of the word “need.”  The state of Ohio doesn’t require residents to have a will....

Here in Cincinnati, a complete estate plan includes a Power of Attorney – let’s review what it is, why it is a good idea and how to get one created for you. What is a Power of Attorney? If you visit my website at www.davidlefton.com, you’ll see a description of a...

I know when I mention the terms “trust” or “estate plan”, some might automatically think I’m referring to legal instruments that only the super-rich use or need. That “everyday people” aren’t wealthy enough to benefit from them. That can’t be further from the truth....

4 Tips for Hiring the Right Estate Planning Lawyer for You Finding the right doctor, accountant, and even hairdresser can take a little effort.  Finding the right estate planning attorney is no different.  For example, some might want a very young physician...

What should you do regarding your estate plan during your divorce here in Cincinnati?  In most cases, Nothing!   At least not DURING the divorce, though it is wise to let your estate planning attorney know what is happening and perhaps set up a review...

When it comes to estate planning and trusts in Cincinnati, I am sometimes asked, “Isn’t a will enough”? It is a great question, one that, as usual, I answer by saying, “It depends.”  So this post will be devoted to when it is and when it isn't enough.  I’ll...

If you are considering working with an estate planning attorney like me to “get your affairs in order,” I recommend you start with a basic checklist before you even schedule the first meeting.  It will help you gather your thoughts, think ahead about the future,...

As a probate attorney in Cincinnati, Ohio, I’ve worked with clients who are experienced and prepared to handle their responsibilities as an executor of a will with a complete understanding of what probate is and what will happen. But to be honest, those clients are...

Estate planning lawyers in Cincinnati, Ohio, like me, understand that when a client comes to see me to create or update their estate plan, it really has very little to do with that individual sitting across from me. Bottom line, it is all about the individuals NOT in...