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06/04/2026

How Are Family Disputes Handled During Trust Administration in Vermont?: When you create a trust as part of your Vermont estate plan, one of your primary goals is likely to simplify the transfer of assets and reduce the likelihood of conflict among your loved ones after your death. In many cases, a properly drafted trust does help avoid the delays, publicity, and procedural complications associated […]

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To help you better understand how these issues arise and how they are resolved, the attorneys at Unsworth LaPlante, PLLC explain how family disputes are handled during trust administration in Vermont.

05/22/2026

05/07/2026

Graduation . . . What’s Next?: While summer gives us pools, barbecues, and a break from the usual grind, it also provides an opportunity to undertake some necessary Estate Planning, especially for young adults heading off to college.

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While summer gives us pools, barbecues, and a break from the usual grind, it also provides an opportunity to undertake some necessary Estate Planning, especially for young adults heading off to college.

05/05/2026

Young Families Estate Planning in Vermont: Raising children reshapes your priorities in ways that are both immediate and long-term. Daily life quickly fills with responsibilities, from school activities to medical care, leaving little room to think about future uncertainties. Even so, becoming a parent often brings a heightened awareness that your family depends on your ability to plan ahead. Estate planning […]

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Raising children reshapes your priorities in ways that are both immediate and long-term. Daily life quickly fills with responsibilities, from school

05/03/2026

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04/30/2026

8 Vermont Medicaid Myths Seniors Need to Understand: You may go through your entire working life without relying on Medicaid, only to realize later that it becomes essential when planning for long-term care. As healthcare needs evolve with age, many people turn to Medicaid for financial assistance, particularly when the cost of care exceeds available resources. Along the way, you may encounter a […]

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The Essex Junction attorneys at Unsworth LaPlante, PLLC discuss eight Vermont Medicaid myths that seniors need to understand.

04/28/2026

Blended Families and Inheritance Conflicts in Vermont: Modern families frequently include second marriages, long-term partnerships, and children from prior relationships. When you create a blended family, your personal relationships often extend beyond what state inheritance laws automatically recognize. Without intentional estate planning, those you care about may face uncertainty, disagreement, or even litigation after your death. In Vermont, where probate procedures and […]

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The Essex Junction attorneys at Unsworth LaPlante, PLLC discuss blended families and inheritance conflicts in Vermont.

04/23/2026

Things to Consider If Someone in Your Estate Plan Is Not a U.S. Citizen: Creating a comprehensive estate plan requires you to consider all relevant factors, including the fact that someone within your estate plan is a non-citizen. The demographic landscape of the United States has evolved with marriages across borders becoming common, resulting in family ties that stretch across nations. Consequently, estate planning has become more complex for […]

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Creating a comprehensive estate plan requires you to consider all relevant factors, including the fact that someone within your estate plan is a

04/21/2026

How to Handle Digital Assets in Your Vermont Estate: When you think about estate planning, you likely picture real estate, vehicles, investment portfolios, and bank accounts, but that traditional view no longer captures the full scope of what you own. Your digital presence now carries financial value, personal significance, and administrative importance. From email accounts and cloud storage to cryptocurrency and subscription services, your […]

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When you think about estate planning, you likely picture real estate, vehicles, investment portfolios, and bank accounts, but that traditional view no

04/20/2026

🌷 April Means Spring Cleaning… for Your Estate Plan! 🌷
Spring is the perfect time to refresh more than just your home! It’s also a great opportunity to revisit your estate plan and make sure everything is up to date.

🎥 Check out our latest video to learn when and why you may need to update your estate plan.
https://unsworthlaplante.com/when-should-you-update-your-estate-plan/

✅ Not sure where to start? We’ve also created a helpful Estate Plan Update Checklist you can download to guide you through key life events and changes that may impact your plan.

Taking a few minutes now can help ensure your plan continues to reflect your wishes and protect what matters most.

Download the Estate Plan Update Checklist Here:https://unsworthlaplante.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Estate-Plan-Update-Checklist.pdf

Have questions or think it might be time for an update? We’re here to help!

Unsworth LaPlante, PLC focuses on Estate Planning, Probate and Long-Term Care Planning.