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Arizona estate planning attorney Allison L. Kierman offers valuable information, updates, and resources for clients. If you have questions, are interested in having Allison speak at your organization or office, or would like her to contribute an article to your newsletter, publication, or magazine, please contact us.
One Decision That Can Save Your Family From Conflict
35% of families face real conflict because of poor or missing estate plans… let that sink in. It’s not just about money, it’s about relationships, emotions, and the people you …
Dementia Planning: Protect Finances, Safety, and Family Control
When Memory Fades, Protection Matters: A Smart Family’s Action Plan for Declining Health Watching someone you love slowly lose clarity is one of life’s hardest moments. But here’s the truth …
When Wills Go Wrong: Shocking Estate Battles and Lessons You Can’t Ignore
Wills are meant to bring closure, clarity, and peace. But as history has shown, some of the most famous wills have done the exact opposite. From handwritten notes on tractors …
One Family Heirloom. One Painful Estate Battle.
What happens when love, loyalty, and legacy collide? A husband. A niece. A daughter. One decision… and a lifetime of meaning behind it. She thought her wishes were clear. But …
Your IRA Isn’t as Safe as You Think Here’s What You Need to Know
The Truth About Standalone Retirement Trusts: What Most People Get Wrong About Protecting Your Retirement When people consider protecting their legacy, retirement accounts are often at the forefront of the …
The $500 Million Will That Should Not Exist And The Chaos It Left Behind
A ten dollar envelope changed everything. No warning. No preparation. Just a single piece of mail that arrived quietly and detonated a legal storm worth hundreds of millions. Inside was …
Does Your Estate Plan Actually Reflect Who You Are?
82% of Americans say their values guide their financial decisions… but here’s the real question: Do your estate plans reflect what truly matters to you? Your legacy isn’t just about …
Inside the Jackson Estate War: Paris Jackson Takes On Power, Money, and Legacy
Nearly two decades after the death of the King of Pop, a new kind of battle is unfolding one that has nothing to do with music and everything to do …
From Storage Unit to Online Goldmine: How I Turned Vintage Clothes Into a Business
What would you do if you suddenly inherited a hidden treasure worth thousands without even realizing it? That’s exactly what happened when a forgotten storage unit filled with untouched 1980s …
The Estate Planning Scenario No One Prepares For
When tragedy strikes, estate planning suddenly matters. I’m currently helping a family who lost a loved one in a violent crime inside their home. The house is now a crime …