It is back-to-school time in America. As Labor Day approaches, schools are starting back up. From an estate planning perspective, this is important in that many young adult students are heading away from home. Here’s a link to an interesting Forbes article on the topic. Estate planning clients are typically reluctant to think about planning for themselves. But, seldom do they think about the planning for their adult children. But, it is very unlikely that the young adult would think of estate … [Read more...] about Planning for Students
Depression
Depression, Mental Illness, and Estate Planning Attorneys
Depression and mental illness affect the best and brightest among us, as well as those less fortunate. In fact, lawyers themselves suffer from depression at a rate higher than any other profession, according to a study by Johns Hopkins University. (“Occupations and the Prevalence of Major Depressive Disorder,” 32 Journal of Occupational Medicine 1079 (1990). In fact, approximately ¼ of lawyers suffer from depression. But, depression is not just a lawyer’s concern. Many of our clients suffer from … [Read more...] about Depression, Mental Illness, and Estate Planning Attorneys
