We assist our clients preserving their wealth and their legacy when they have crisis concerns including Medicaid planning and crisis planning.
We work with our clients to preserve their assets, implement their legacy, and protect and provide for those they love, by giving them access to the critical legal tools and information necessary to achieve the maximum assistance, benefits and results.
05/06/2024
In America's earliest years, estate taxes were used to finance war efforts. The Stamp Act of 1797 included a stamp on wills in probate, and the money helped to pay for hostilities with France. In 1862, a federal inheritance tax was used to finance the Civil War.
05/02/2024
We can explain the concept of a living will. Basically, this is a vital document that tells your loved ones what decisions to make if you should ever end up in a hopeless medical situation.
04/29/2024
Unfortunately, some senior citizens may not be able to qualify for the skilled nursing home care they need because they lack the savings to afford it, yet have too many assets to qualify for assistance. Let’s talk about how restructuring their estate may be able to help them get the care they need.
04/25/2024
A Revocable Trust, also called a living trust, is one in which you have control over the trust and may make changes or terminate the trust at any time. Other benefits include tax savings and avoidance of probate.
04/22/2024
Have you prepared a will? A 2014 survey found that 64 percent of all Americans haven’t made out a will. Even more surprising is that 51 percent of people between 55 and 64 years of age said they don’t have a will. The only way to retain control over who inherits your property and assets is with a will.
04/18/2024
What is the federal estate tax exemption? That is the limit for estates before any federal taxes are required. In 2015, that amount was set at $5.43 million and it can change on a yearly basis. It’s important to consult with an estate planning expert to make sure you take into account the changing lifetime exemption figure.
04/15/2024
Did you know that the contents of your will may become part of the public record? When you want to keep the details of your estate private, we may need to set up a trust for your estate instead of a will.
04/11/2024
There are many myths about estate planning. Many people think all they need is a will but having a trust is important as well. A trust will determine the details of your estate, like when your children will inherit your estate.
04/08/2024
Was Robert Louis Stevenson joking or not? The author of "Treasure Island" had a lifelong friend who frequently complained about Christmas overshadowing her Dec. 25th birthday celebrations. In his will, Stevenson left his birthday - November 13 - to his close friend.
04/04/2024
Did you know that by having a trust drawn up you can avoid probate? All of your assets, titled in your name, will be subject to probate when you die. Your estate attorney can help you to title your assets in the name of the trust (not your name) and therefore avoid unnecessary probate.
04/01/2024
While the disposition of an estate is often thought of as something for people with significant assets, people of all wealth levels can benefit from putting together an estate plan.
03/28/2024
No matter the total amount of your assets, there are many ways to reduce the potential tax impact on your estate. For example, you can give away up to a set value that can change each year to an individual without having to pay taxes. That’s a great way to begin to give away property to children and other heirs.
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When you are making life-changing decisions about your future, you shouldn't rely on an attorney to make them for you. Because you know yourself and your family better than anyone, we think you can make the best choices. We believe in empowering our clients by providing them with complete information about their legal options so they can make the right decisions for themselves and their families. When you work with Roland Law Firm, you can rest assured you will receive attentive and effective counsel from our attorneys.
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With more than 30 years of combined experience, our team of lawyers is well-equipped to assist you with all your legal matters in Las Vegas and Henderson. In addition to our legal experience, we have advanced degrees in taxation, including an MBA and an LL.M. Because we understand business, tax, and economics, we are able to view your case from different angles to ensure every aspect is properly handled. Our skills and accomplishments have not gone unnoticed in the legal community. Attorney Harriet H. Roland is known for educating attorneys in elder law, trusts and estates.
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Clients come first at the firm, and our skilled legal team works to accommodate every individual. If you are unable to make it to the office, we can come to your home, hospital or nursing home. We also understand our clients may not be able to meet during our standard business hours, so we are happy to schedule after-hours meetings.
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