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05/29/2026

Heading out for some summer travel? Check out my latest blog post for the key estate planning document you might want to toss in your carry-on luggage.

Madison, Wisconsin (Dane County) attorney focusing on affordable estate planning and probate. Straightforward legal advice focused on client education

05/22/2026

As we head into the Memorial Day weekend, I offer you a blog post on a unique cookbook!

Madison, Wisconsin (Dane County) attorney focusing on affordable estate planning and probate. Straightforward legal advice focused on client education

05/15/2026

This week's blog post inspired by bird migration. Check it out and stay informed about the law that affects us all, estate planning and probate.

It’s officially migration season here in Madison, Wisconsin. This week, I’ve been busy stocking my feeders and, more importantly, turning off my outdoor lights at night.  If you’ve been following the local news, you know that artificial light can disorient birds, leading them off-course durin...

05/14/2026

Thank you to Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish for inviting me to speak tonight - 5 Things Wisconsinites Should Know About Estate Planning. A lovely space filled with lovely people and great questions.

05/08/2026

My most recent blog post explores how we can curate our possessions - tossing the clutter and highlighting what matters, inspired by the recent coverage of the soon-to-open Obama Foundation and Library.

I have a personal goal that takes me across the country: visiting every Presidential Library in the United States. During the Summer of 2024, my family and I drove from Madison, Wisconsin to Austin, Texas.  Along the way we saw friends, family, and five Presidential Libraries (pictures are below). ...

04/21/2026

Are you one of the 90 percent of Americans lacking a key document for your estate plan? Learn more in this week's blog post.

We all like to think we’re in control, but what happens when you’re suddenly not? Whether it’s an unexpected medical emergency or a simple accident, there's one type document that can make the difference between a smooth transition and a legal nightmare. Surprisingly, nearly 90% of American ad...

04/13/2026

Stay informed about the law that affects us all, and . Today's blog post pulls inspiration from my nights cheering on track and field athletes.

Happy Monday, readers.  Spring has arrived!  For my family that means at least one night a week you will find me in the bleachers of a local high school, cheering on track and field athletes.  My own kids are out there, where they tackle long-distance track events.  Watching them has given me a ...

04/07/2026

Ensconced in John Grisham's latest thriller, The Widow, is a reminder about how important it is to find the right advocate for you when dealing with and issues. More thoughts on this in my latest blog post.

If there is one thing John Grisham knows how to do, it is placing ordinary people in extraordinary legal peril. In his latest work, The Widow, we are once again reminded that the legal world can be a maze of high stakes, hidden motives, and complex paperwork. Without giving away the plot, the story....

03/31/2026

I'm all settled into the new office space and ready to greet clients starting tomorrow. And yes, the chocolate dish moved with me!

03/19/2026

Films tell stories, but they also educate us. Check out my post from last week about 3 of the 10 films nominated for Best Picture at the 98th Academy Awards, and what they taught us about .

During law school, immediately after completing a final exam, I went to the movies.  What was playing did not matter as much as the fact the movie allowed me to step out of my life and fall into another reality for 2 hours.  It was an effective way to close the door on worrying about exam question...