Protecting Inheritance From Taxes

One of the goals when you create an estate plan at Nicole Pavlik Law Firm is protecting your inheritance from taxes. In general, you should be aware of four types of taxes when creating your Phoenix estate plan: 1) estate tax, 2) inheritance tax, 3) gift tax, and 4) income tax. Do You Have to…

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Arizona Estate Planners Use Electronic Wills

In 2018, Arizona became one of the first states to allow for the creation of electronic wills. To learn more about electronic wills, contact estate planning attorney Nicole Pavlik. What is an Electronic Will? An electronic will (e-will) is a will that is created and maintained in an electronic record. Instead of printing and executing…

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Easy Estate Planning in 5 Steps

Most people understand that they need to make an estate plan, but they put it off because it seems complicated and time-consuming. Easy estate planning would be a welcome opportunity for so many. Well if this sounds like you, you should call Phoenix’s leading estate planning attorney Nicole Pavlik. Attorney Pavlik has taken estate planning…

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Where is Probate Filed In Phoenix?

If you are named the personal representative of a will, you likely will have questions about what to do next including “Where is probate filed in Phoenix?” In Phoenix, probate filings can be made in person, by mail, or via a filing depository box. Where is Probate Filed in Person in Phoenix? Probate filings can…

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Updating Your Estate Plan Upon Retirement

Phoenix is one of the most popular retirement destinations in the United States. Part of your retirement plan should include updating your estate plan upon retirement. It is always a good idea to review your estate plan whenever a major event occurs such as marriage, a new child or grandchild, or a milestone like retirement.…

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What is the Definition of a Trust Fund?

You may have heard of a trust fund. Knowing the definition of a trust fund may not be part of your vocabulary though. A trust fund is the legal entity that assets are transferred into when a trust a created. The trustee controls the trust funds on behalf of the beneficiaries. That is a lot…

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Estate Planning After Divorce

Rebuilding your life after a divorce is an important process. One task that is critical not to overlook is updating your estate plan. As an estate planning lawyer, Nicole Pavlik has helped many new divorced men and women properly update or create estate plans that reflect their new status. Below is a list of six…

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How To Plan For a Second Family

Planning for a second family may be an important part of your life. Having a child is a joyous time, especially if you are welcoming a child with your second marriage. Like every significant life change, having a baby should prompt you to review and update your estate plan. If you are starting a second…

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Just Married – Don’t Forget an Estate Plan

Getting married is an exciting life change. If you’ve just married, it is important to think about your legal and financial future as a married couple. Although it may not be the first thing on your mind, creating or updating your estate plan is critical. Making an estate plan can seem daunting, but attorney Nicole…

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Benefits of a Power of Attorney

Including a power of attorney in your Phoenix estate plan is critical, even for married individuals. A power of attorney is a legal document that gives another individual the authority to act in your place. There are various types of powers of attorney in Arizona. The two main types of power of attorney that everyone…

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