The Decision to Transfer One’s Residence to Loved Ones or a Trust Requires Consideration of Many Factors

What Is a Quitclaim Deed? Uses, Risks and When to Get Help

by Bryan Driscoll

A quitclaim deed can be one of the fastest ways to transfer property but knowing when it's the right tool and when it isn't, can save you from serious legal and financial headaches down the road.

How to Create a Will: Steps and Common Mistakes

by Best Lawyers

Learn how to create a will, the legal requirements and the mistakes to avoid when planning your estate.

What Is the Difference Between a Will and a Living Trust?

by Bryan Driscoll

A practical guide to wills, living trusts and how to choose the right plan for your estate.

Do You Need a Lawyer To Make a Will?

by Best Lawyers

Do you need a lawyer to make a will? In many cases, an attorney is not strictly required to create a will. However, a lawyer can provide valuable guidance.

What's The Difference Between Estates and Trusts?

by Best Lawyers

Read below to learn more about estates and trusts, including what sets them apart from each other.

How the Probate Advance Process Works

by Best Lawyers

A probate advance, or inheritance advance, can give you access to part of your inheritance before probate resolves. Learn more about probate advances here.

The Benefits of Charitable Giving in New York Estate Planning

by Best Lawyers

In this article, Best Lawyers breaks down the advantages and disadvantages of factoring in charitable donations when estate planning in New York state.

What Is Probate Court: A Complete Guide

by Best Lawyers

This complete guide to probate court covers everything you need to know about the legal process of distributing a deceased person's assets.

Family Owned and Operated

by John M. Goralka and David W. Holaday

In the era of sweeping tax reform, family businesses, particularly agricultural business, face many environmental and governmental risks. Outlined below are strategies to ensure family business survival in the face of these threats.

House Trap

by Heidi E. Storz

Special districts are often being used as profit centers that leave residents to foot the bill. These homeowners deserve protection from unscrupulous developers who attempt to fleece them and avoid accountability.

Busting a Trust

by Joseph Marrs

The rules governing trusts and asset distribution are often much more flexible than many might assume. Here’s a primer.

Meeting Halfway

by Julia B. Meister

To resolve family and business disputes including wills, trusts, estates and more, mediation is often a more effective, gentler and cheaper option than litigation.

The New PPE

by Jennifer Stavros

How to plan your pandemic preparedness estate—all from the safety of home.

Protecting Your Legacy With Estate Planning

by Tripp Wiles

You're careful with your finances; do you still need asset protection?

Is It Time for You to Have the Long-Term Care Planning Talk With Your Parents?

by Anthony J. Enea

How should you talk to your parents about long-term care options? Estate planning can make for a difficult conversation, but wills and trusts are necessary documents for anyone growing older.

Most Americans Lack a Power of Attorney for Assets

by George M. Riter

Only 25 percent of American households have estate planning documents in place. A Power of Attorney for Assets will secure your financial affairs should you be unable to do so yourself.

The Family Law Loophole That Lets Sex Offenders Parent Kids

by Bryan Driscoll

Is the state's surrogacy framework putting children at risk?

Recognizing Legal Leaders: The 2027 Best Lawyers Awards in Australia, Japan and Singapore

by Jamilla Tabbara

Market drivers, diversity trends and the elite practitioners shaping the legal landscape.

Holiday Pay Explained: Federal Rules and Employer Policies

by Bryan Driscoll

Understand how paid holidays work, when employers must follow their policies and when legal guidance may be necessary.

Can a Green Card Be Revoked?

by Bryan Driscoll

Revocation requires a legal basis, notice and the chance to respond before status can be taken away.

New Texas Family Laws Transform Navigating Divorce, Custody

by Bryan Driscoll

Reforms are sweeping, philosophically distinct and designed to change the way families operate.

How Far Back Can the IRS Audit You?

by Bryan Driscoll

Clear answers on IRS statutes of limitations, recordkeeping and what to do if you are under review.

US Tariff Uncertainty Throws Canada Into Legal Purgatory

by Bryan Driscoll

The message is clear: There is no returning to pre-2025 normalcy.

Can You File Bankruptcy on Credit Cards

by Bryan Driscoll

Understanding your options for relief from overwhelming debt.

Musk v. Altman: The Lawyers Behind the Case

by Jamilla Tabbara

Meet the Trial Lawyers Shaping One of AI's Biggest Legal Disputes.

How AI Is Changing the Way Clients Find Lawyers

by Jamilla Tabbara

Best Lawyers CEO Phil Greer explains how AI-driven search tools are reshaping legal marketing and why credibility markers matter.

Colorado’s 2026 Water Rights Battles

by Bryan Driscoll

A new era of conflict begins.

When Is It Too Late to Stop Foreclosure?

by Bryan Driscoll

Understanding the foreclosure timeline, critical deadlines and the legal options that may still protect your home.

Can You Go to Jail at an Arraignment?

by Bryan Driscoll

Understanding What Happens at Your First Court Appearance.

What’s the Difference Between DUI and DWI?

by Bryan Driscoll

Understanding the terminology and consequences of impaired driving charges.

Canadian Firms Explore AI, But Few Fully Embrace the Shift

by David L. Brown

BLF survey reveals caution despite momentum.

The Legal Teams Behind the Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni Settlement

by Grace Greer

A closer look at the legal teams and attorneys involved in the Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni litigation and its resolution.