Endacott Timmer Law Firm

05/27/2026

The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel offers a great video series on Estate Planning Essentials. Today's Estate Planning Essentials video from ACTEC is about "Pet Trusts Explained: Ensure Your Pet’s Care After You’re Gone" featuring ACTEC Fellows Susan T. Bart and Stacy E. Singer.

Ensure your pet’s future with a pet trust! Learn how to set up, fund, and protect your pet’s care with expert estate planning tips. Watch now at ACTEC.org/pet-trust.

05/25/2026

Today, we honor the life and legacy of 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝘁𝘀𝘄𝗮𝗶𝗻’𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗟. 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗻, 𝗝𝗿. (𝟭𝟵𝟰𝟮–𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟬), beloved father of our colleague Kim Barrett and a true American hero.

Serving more than 20 years in the 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱, Wilson embodied courage in its purest form. In November 1979, he volunteered to brave the elements to help rescue 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝟴𝟭 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘄 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 of the grounded Japanese vessel Ryuyo Maru No. 2. The vessel grounded on Tolstoi Point, St. Paul Island, Alaska. Upon notification of the grounding, Chief Petty Officer Wilson, a member of the crew of Coast Guard Loran Station St. Paul, volunteered to accompany the acting commanding officer and another crewman in the rescue attempt. The three men proceeded to a cliff approximately 150-feet above the vessel. Despite the conditions of winds in excess of 40-knots, harsh breakers produced by 20-foot seas, darkness, and the presence of nauseating diesel fuel fumes and salt spray, the three men began to seek a useable path of escape for the crew of RYUYO MARU No. 2. In this endeavor, the three men climbed down to the rocky beach, and with Chief Petty Officer Wilson leading the way, carefully made their way through the slippery rocks and breaking seas almost a mile down the beach to the stricken vessel. Upon arrival the men secured 3 lines from the vessel to huge boulders and began rescue operations by means of boatswain’s chairs. Several hours later, all 81 members of the crew were safely on the beach. The survivors were then taken in groups back along the beach and up onto the cliff. Wilson was the last man to leave as he followed along to ensure that there were no stragglers. His unselfish actions, courage, and unwavering devotion to duty reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Coast Guard and for his actions, he received the 𝗨𝗦𝗖𝗚 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿 – 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗶𝘀𝗺. His legacy continues: the Coast Guard has authenticated the keel for the future cutter “𝗦𝗮𝗺𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗻,” with his wife Barbara honored as the ship’s sponsor.

And in true Samuel Wilson fashion, he found joy in giving—often donating blood dressed as 𝗨𝗻𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗺, promoting organ and blood donation with humor and heart.

Today, we remember him and all our military service members, with gratitude, pride, and deep respect. Their bravery reminds us what service truly means.

https://www.news.uscg.mil/Press-Releases/Article/4429056/us-coast-guard-authenticates-keels-for-first-three-waterways-commerce-cutters/

05/22/2026

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05/19/2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our Endacott Timmer booth at the Capital Humane Society’s 𝗧𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 & 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝘁 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹. We loved meeting your pets, talking about 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, and supporting an organization that does so much good for animals in our community.

From wagging tails to vineyard views, the night was full of energy, kindness, and connection. Here are a few of our favorite moments from the event.

If you’re interested in learning more about how a 𝗡𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗮 𝗽𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 can protect the animals you love, we’re always here to help.

05/18/2026

What an incredible finale for the Lazy Horse Gravel Grind.

Our firm was honored to sponsor this year’s event and proud to have two of our partners riding the gravel alongside so many dedicated cyclists. The support stops, the scenery, and the community spirit made this final year one to remember.

Thank you to the organizers, volunteers, and riders who have built this tradition over the past eight years. From Fillmore to Jefferson to Thayer County, this event has showcased the best of Southeast Nebraska.

We’re grateful to be part of a community that shows up, supports one another, and celebrates the journey.

Cheers to the riders — and to the memories made on those gravel roads.

05/15/2026

Come join us for an evening that celebrates pets, community, and compassion. Endacott Timmer is proud to sponsor the Capital Humane Society’s 𝗧𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 & 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝘁 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 on 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟰–𝟴 𝗣𝗠 at 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗩𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘆𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗺𝘆𝗿𝗮, 𝗡𝗘.

We’ll be set up right along the sidewalk with helpful information about 𝗽𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝘀—a simple, legally binding way in Nebraska to:
• 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 for your pet
• 𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 for long term care
• 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
• Provide lasting 𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱

The festival will feature live music, food trucks, activities for pets and people, and of course, the beautiful wine and cider from Glacial Till. It’s the perfect way to support an organization that 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗽𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 and strengthens our community.

We hope to see you—and your furry friends—there.

Get ready for the most paw-some party of the season at our annual Tails & Trails Pet Festival on Saturday, May 16th at Glacial Till Vineyard in Palmyra from 4:00–8:00 p.m.!

05/14/2026

We’re excited to support the 8th and final Lazy Horse Gravel Grind on May 16!

As a firm with offices in both 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗻 and 𝗕𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴, we’re proud to stand behind an event that brings together the rural communities we serve. The Lazy Horse Gravel Grind has always been more than a ride — it’s a celebration of Southeast Nebraska’s roads, towns, and people.

A big thank you to the organizers for the shout out and for putting our sponsorship to great use with new Garmin and Wahoo bike computers and Topeak tools for rider giveaways.

We’ll be cheering on all riders next weekend — including Kent Endacott and Pat Timmer who will be out on the gravel.
Here’s to one last great ride in Ohiowa.

05/12/2026

Estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy — it’s for every adult who wants control over their future. A recent Wall Street Journal article highlighted the five “essential” documents everyone should have: a will, durable_power_of_attorney, healthcare_power_of_attorney, living_will, and HIPAA_authorization.
👉 In our firm’s estate plans, 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗛𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗔 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. That protection is built in — not a separate document — so clients don’t need to worry that anything was left out.
The article also skips a key decision in estate planning: the choice between a will and a trust. Each has pros and cons, and the right choice depends on your goals, family structure, and the level of privacy and efficiency you want for your estate.
Estate planning isn’t one size fits all. A thoughtful, attorney crafted plan ensures your wishes are honored and your loved ones are protected when it matters most.

These will let you have a say in your medical care, as well as what happens with your assets after you die.

05/11/2026

What is a Durable Power of Attorney for Asset Management? And why should you care?