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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.
Would You Want Your Diary Read After You’re Gone? Joan Didion, Legacy, and the Letters We Leave Behind
When the New York Public Library opened the archive of Joan Didion and her husband John Gregory Dunne, it wasn’t just a literary treasure trove. It was an emotional excavation. …
What Does Dying Intestate Mean?
Most people understand that having some sort of an estate plan is a good thing. However, many of us do not take the first steps to get that estate plan …
A Child Born After Death: The Estate Planning Oversight You Can’t Afford
Science can create miracles—like a child born through IVF months after a parent’s passing—but the law doesn’t always keep up. One family learned this the hard way when a child …
Estate Planning Later in Life
Estate planning later in life comes with unique questions and choices. Although creating or updating your estate planning may seem like a daunting task, a proper estate plan can help …
Estate Planning Considerations for International Immigration
Beyond Borders: Navigating Estate Planning in a Globalized World Estate planning is no longer a local game. In today’s world of immigration shifts, dual citizenships, and global assets—your legal strategy …
When Nuns Go Rogue: How to Avoid Squatter Drama in Your Estate Plans
Ever heard of the nuns who were excommunicated but refused to leave the convent? It’s like the ultimate squatters’ rights case! But here’s the thing — if you have family …
Meet the Change-Makers: Jewish News Unveils Inaugural 18 Under 50 Honorees of 2025
In a celebration of passion, purpose, and community impact, Jewish News of Greater Phoenix is proud to unveil the inaugural class of 18 Under 50—a dynamic group of young Jewish …
What You Need to Do Before Your Disabled Child Turns 18
When your special needs child is under the age of 18, you, as their parent can make most, if not all decisions, on their behalf. However, when your child turns …
Estate Planning Meme
One of my clients recently shared a meme about estate planning that made me chuckle. It said: “Please pull the cord if I can’t have a Manhattan, a Chardonnay, or …
A Lesson from Gene Hackman’s Tragic Final Days
Gene Hackman, a Hollywood legend, and his beloved wife, Betsy Arakawa, spent decades building a life together in Santa Fe, New Mexico. But when tragedy struck, their carefully curated world …