Arch Legacy Firm

Arch Legacy Firm Arch Legacy specializes in a personalized & comprehensive approach to estate planning for families.

We work closely with families to ensure that your children, assets and legacy are protected for life and beyond.

05/27/2026

Yep, you read that right 😉

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05/25/2026

The biggest estate planning mistake parents make?

Thinking godparents = legal guardians.

They’re not.

At Arch Legacy Firm, this is one of the most common misconceptions we see. Parents assume that because they’ve named godparents, those are the people who will step in if something happens.

But legally, that means nothing.

The only way to officially name guardians for your children is through a last will and testament.

If you don’t do this, a judge will decide who raises your kids.

Not you. Not your wishes. A judge.

And here’s the hard truth. There are often people in a family who may step forward that you would never choose. Sometimes it’s emotional. Sometimes it’s complicated. Sometimes it turns into a legal fight.

That’s why it’s not just about naming the right person. It’s also about making it clear who you don’t want.

Because if it’s not documented, it’s open for interpretation.

No one wants to think about this. It’s uncomfortable. It can even cause disagreements between spouses.

But this is one decision you don’t want left up to chance.

You know your children.
You know who should raise them.

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17 years ago I sat on Omaha Beach in Normandy, France and looked at the memorial that was erected in honor of our fallen...
05/25/2026

17 years ago I sat on Omaha Beach in Normandy, France and looked at the memorial that was erected in honor of our fallen troops from D-Day. There’s nothing quite like seeing the American flag flying high and proud over thousands of white crosses in France.

So many lives have been lost since 1776 fighting for this country. 250 years.

Thank you to all of our heroes who have died to protect our freedoms. 🇺🇸❤️

- Trish Butcher, Owner of Arch Legacy Firm

At Arch Legacy, we have such an amazing legal team! And while we have always been a team of moms, our youngest attorney ...
05/22/2026

At Arch Legacy, we have such an amazing legal team! And while we have always been a team of moms, our youngest attorney Jessica hadn’t quite made the cut… but we are happy to announce that she has caught up and will be joining the mom squad this fall!

Congratulations Jessica, our newest mom-to-be!

05/21/2026

5 life events that should trigger an estate plan update

If your life changes… your estate plan should too.

At Arch Legacy Firm, we recommend reviewing your plan every 3 years. But there are certain moments where it’s not just a good idea, it’s necessary.

Here are 5 major triggers you don’t want to ignore:

1. You have a child
Your documents may say “after-born children are included,” but that’s not enough. Guardianship plans, medical authorizations, and protections need to specifically include your new child.

2. Your child turns 18
Legally, they’re now an adult. That means you no longer have automatic authority to make medical or financial decisions for them. They need their own documents in place.

3. Your kids grow up and become the right fit
There’s a big difference between a 20-year-old and a 35-year-old when it comes to handling responsibility. As your kids mature, you may want to update your plan to name them in key roles.

4. You move to a different state
Estate laws vary by state. If you move, your documents need to be reviewed and often updated to reflect your new state’s laws.

5. Your assets change
Buying or selling property, starting a business, or growing your wealth means your plan needs to reflect what you actually own. If it’s not accounted for, it’s not protected.

Here’s the bottom line:
Your estate plan isn’t something you create once and forget.

It should evolve as your life does.

If one of these just happened to you… it’s time to take another look.

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05/20/2026

Just in case she needed a reminder!

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05/18/2026

How often should you update your will or trust?

If you created your estate plan and haven’t looked at it since… it’s probably outdated.

At Arch Legacy Firm, we see this all the time. People check the box, put their documents in a drawer, and assume they’re set for life. But life doesn’t work like that.

Things change. Families grow. Relationships shift. Laws evolve.

A good rule of thumb: review your estate plan every 3 years.

Even if nothing major has changed, it’s worth making sure everything still reflects your current life.

But there are certain moments when updating isn’t optional, it’s necessary:

• Having a child
• A child turning 18
• Moving to a different state
• Marriage or divorce
• A death in the family
• Changes in relationships or family dynamics

These are all triggers that should send you back to your estate plan.

Because here’s the reality:
Your estate plan is built for right now, not forever.

If your life looks different than it did when you created it, your plan should too.

The goal is to always be prepared as if something could happen tomorrow… while knowing your plan can and should evolve as your life does.

Don’t “set it and forget it.”

Revisit it. Update it. Keep it working for you.

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05/14/2026

The biggest estate planning mistake business owners make?

Thinking a will is enough.

It’s not.

At Arch Legacy Firm, we see this all the time. Business owners either have no plan at all, or they rely on a basic will and assume their business is covered. It’s not even close.

A will does one thing: it directs where your assets go after you pass away.
It does nothing to protect your business during incapacity. And it does nothing to keep your business out of probate.

And probate is where businesses slow down… or shut down completely.

No access to accounts.
No one authorized to run operations.
Employees not getting paid.
Clients left hanging.

That’s how businesses fall apart.

This is why a living trust becomes almost non-negotiable for business owners. When your business is properly assigned to a trust, it becomes step one of your succession plan.

Now you have someone who can step in immediately if something happens to you.

They can:
• Keep the business running
• Pay your team
• Access accounts
• Close deals
• Or sell the business if needed

No delays. No court involvement. No disruption.

Because your business doesn’t get the luxury of “waiting it out.”

If you’ve built something that generates real income, supports a team, and serves clients… a will alone isn’t protecting it.

And that’s the mistake too many owners don’t realize until it’s too late.

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05/13/2026

I mean… what can we say?

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In TWO DAYS 🌮We’re hosting Tacos & Trusts, a relaxed evening where we break down estate planning in a way that actually ...
05/12/2026

In TWO DAYS 🌮

We’re hosting Tacos & Trusts, a relaxed evening where we break down estate planning in a way that actually makes sense.

If you’ve been putting off creating a will, setting up a trust, or figuring out what happens to your assets and family if something unexpected happens… this is your sign to finally get answers.

No pressure. No confusing legal talk. Just practical information, real conversations, and tacos.

Seats are limited, so make sure to register before they’re gone.

Register here: archlegacyfirm.com/tacosandtrustsďżź

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