What Does a Will Do? (and do I need one?)
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7M ago
What Does a Will Do? (and do I need one?) Dustin A. Duke & Jon Cigainero March 28, 2022 Home Most everyone has heard of a Last Will and Testament.  When thinking of a Will, most of us probably have mental images of aged paper with fancy writing on it being read out loud by a stuffy looking lawyer in front of a crowd of bereaved (and usually greedy) loved ones. Hollywood dramatization aside, a Will does serve an important purpose.  A Last Will and Testament lets your loved ones, and the World, know your final wishes, including how you want your assets disposed of after you die ..read more
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Divorce’s Effects on Estate Plans
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7M ago
Divorce’s Effects on Estate Plans Dustin A. Duke and Jon Cigainero February 28, 2022 Home If you are recently divorced then chances are, with all the other changes and turmoil in your life, one of the last things you are thinking about is your estate plan. A lot of people don’t think about estate planning in general, let alone after a divorce. However, changes to your final wishes may be something to consider after major life changes. Arkansas Law May Have Changed Your Estate Plan for You There is some good news if your estate plan consists of a Will and your property is all in your name ..read more
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Avoiding Probate Court in Arkansas
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7M ago
Avoiding Probate Court in Arkansas Dustin A. Duke & Jon Cigainero February 14, 2022 Home This article discusses techniques for avoiding probate court and types of property that do not have to be probated.  Keep in mind, that this is not an exhaustive or in-depth discussion, and it does not take the place of speaking with a qualified attorney about your situation. Also keep in mind that it is not always necessary or even desirable to avoid probate court proceedings. It depends on each person’s unique set of circumstances. This article is intended to give Arkansas residents a broad ..read more
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The Basics of Emergency Custody of Minor Children in Arkansas
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7M ago
The Basics of Emergency Custody of Minor Children in Arkansas Katie Freeman and Charlie Cunningham February 8, 2022 Home If you need to get emergency custody over a grandchild or your minor niece or nephew it can be a stressful time. You need a law firm and Arkansas attorneys you can trust to help you through the process. If you need to get emergency custody over a grandchild or your minor niece or nephew it can be a stressful time. You need a law firm and Arkansas attorneys you can trust to help you through the process. ARlaw Partners is here to help you and your family keep your loved o ..read more
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Trust Us | A Special Needs Trust Can Enhance Your Quality of Life
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7M ago
Trust Us | A Special Needs Trust Can Enhance Your Quality of Life Dustin A. Duke & Jon Cigainero January 31, 2022 Home As the caregiver of someone with special needs in Arkansas, we know you have a lot on your plate. Throughout your time caring for a loved one, you’ve probably heard about something called a Special Needs Trust. Researching and calling lawyers for more information about how Special Needs Trusts work is time consuming – especially for busy guardians juggling a lot of plates. The attorneys at ARlaw Partners know how important getting trust advice and answers is, so we wan ..read more
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A Guardianship Can Help You Protect Loved Ones
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7M ago
A Guardianship Can Help You Protect Loved Ones Dustin A. Duke & Jon Cigainero January 24, 2022 Home We know that providing for a dependent can be a heavy load sometimes. In addition to the practical issues that naturally come up while providing for someone else, there are plenty of potential legal ones as well. If you are in a situation where you need legal custody of a child whose parents cannot care for him or her, or if you need the legal authority to make decisions for an elderly parent or special needs adult child, then you may be in need of a guardianship over that person. We kn ..read more
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What Do I Have to Lose by Filing Bankruptcy?
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7M ago
What Do I Have to Lose by Filing Bankruptcy? Vanessa Cash Adams and Jon Cigainero January 24, 2022 Home If you’re considering bankruptcy or are in need of debt relief, it’s understandable that you have a ton of questions about what this means for you, your family, and your life – your home, car, and possessions are important! If you’re considering bankruptcy or are in need of debt relief, it’s understandable that you have a ton of questions about what this means for you, your family, and your life – your home, car, and possessions are important! How does filing for bankruptcy in Arkansas ..read more
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What Does a Will Do? (and do I need one?)
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by jonathan.cigainero
2y ago
This article covers what a Will is, what it is not, and what happens to your property when you die with or without a Will. This article will focus on Arkansas law. It is not intended as legal advice, but general information. It is always best to consult with an attorney in the state where you live for legal advice, as each state’s laws differ, and a qualified attorney can answer your specific legal questions. There is a common misconception that if you have a Will your family will avoid having to go to probate court to transfer your property after you die. That is not the case in Arkansas (or ..read more
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Traveling Abroad With a Minor Child – Know How to Get a Passport
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by jonathan.cigainero
2y ago
Can a single parent obtain a passport for a minor? The short answer is “Yes,” but there are some rules you need to know before going to get the child’s passport.  If there are two parents listed on the child’s birth certificate, then both parents must either consent to the travel or you must be able to show the passport office that you have sole legal custody of the child. But the father and I were never married It is true that in Arkansas the mother of a child born outside of wedlock is the sole legal custodian of the child.  However, showing the passport office the Arkansas law wi ..read more
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Divorce’s Effects on Estate Plans
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by jonathan.cigainero
2y ago
Arkansas Law May Have Changed Your Estate Plan for You There is some good news if your estate plan consists of a Will and your property is all in your name (not in jointly held accounts with your ex-spouse).  Under Arkansas law, after you divorce your ex-spouse is automatically cut out of any Will that was created by you before the divorce.  Any property that you left your ex-spouse in your Will will go to the next person(s) in line to take under the terms of the Will.   Your Will Isn’t the Only Thing to Consider If you do leave your ex-spouse as a joint account holder on ..read more
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