What is Probate?
We have all heard the word, but what does it mean? Probate is a civil department of the state district court. Nevada has 11 judicial districts, and each has a probate department. When someone dies, whether with or without a will, their estate must go through probate court. The reason for probate court is to […]
Do I need a Power of Attorney if I have a Revocable Trust?
A Revocable Trust is a legal instrument commonly used for Estate Planning purposes. For instance, if properly executed, a Revocable Trust may prevent your heirs from enduring a lingering probate process. It may also allow your Successor Trustee to step in and handle your financial affairs in the event that you become incapacitated and are […]
Villanueva Joins Black & Wadhams in New Reno Office
Black & Wadhams Attorneys at Law, a statewide law firm with unparalleled experience in establishing, protecting and defending businesses doing business in Nevada, is pleased to announce the addition of Silvia Villanueva Esq. to the firm. Villanueva has joined the team in the new Reno office located at 50 West Liberty Street, and she specializes […]
Protect Your Pets After Your Gone, with a Pet Trusts
[vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-md-11 vc_col-xs-12″][vc_column_text]A pet trust is an option for pet owners who desire to provide for their pets after the owner passes away. It is a legal arrangement creating a legal obligation for a ‘care taker’ of the owner’s choosing, to provide care for their pet. The trust language also holds the caretaker accountable […]
Estate Planning FAQs
Estate Planning: What you need to know When it comes to estate planning, do not wait until it is too late. So many people delay in creating an estate plan because they don’t think they own enough, are not old enough, or they just don’t want to think about it. It does not matter how […]
Black & LoBello on AM720 KDWN
Listen to the Legal Hour on AM720 KDWN from November 4th, 2014 in which Jeffrey J. Whitehead, Esq., discusses the need for a court of appeals (1:30), Questions 2 and 3 (3:20), small business (4:30), the Tesla battery plant (6:00), guns and trusts (9:00), health law (16:20), who should have a trust (19:45), important aspects of a trust […]
Probate 101: What is Probate
PROBATE 101: What Is Probate? Many people fear probate as much or more than death itself. It reminds me of the quote by Steve Jobs, No one wants to die. Even people who want to go to heaven don’t want to die to get there. And yet death is the destination we all share. No […]
Black & LoBello on AM720 KDWN
Listen to the Legal Hour on KDWN AM720 from September 4th, 2013 in which Jeffrey J. Whitehead, Esq. discusses the costs of probate (1:30)(4:15), estate planning (3:00)(17:30), forming a trust (7:30), changing an estate plan (13:20), a trust as a contingent beneficiary (15:45), contesting a trust (18:30), successor trustees (24:30), POD viagra lawsuits won in court […]
Black & LoBello on AM720 KDWN
Click here to listen to the Legal Hour on KDWN AM720 from March 20th, 2013 in which Managing Partner, Tisha Black Chernine, Esq. and Steven Mack, Esq. discuss the Nevada Homeowner Relief Program and Fannie Mae’s Home Path website (3:40), the effects of rising home values on inventory (9:00), Las Vegas’ improving real estate market (16:00), leasing homes back to sellers (19:00), […]
Black & LoBello on AM720 KDWN
Click here to listen to the January 2nd, 2013 radio show. Topics include tips to avoid probate involving real estate (1:32), what happens to debt and property after death (3:15), how to manage health care decisions (8:05), updating wills (9:00), marital disclaimer (11:05), children NOT included in a trust (13:45), including assets in a trust (15:45), naming a […]