None of us likes to imagine being unable to make our own medical decisions. Yet accidents, sudden illnesses, and cognitive decline can...

Estate planning is one of those topics most people prefer to avoid thinking about. Unfortunately, this avoidance often leads to...

Planning for your future isn't just about distributing assets—it's about ensuring your wishes are honored when you may not be able to...

Serving as the executor of an estate in Alabama is an important responsibility—and one that can feel overwhelming if you’re unfamiliar...

At Bayside Law, we often find that clients understand the general concept of a Financial Power of Attorney (POA), but many aren't clear...

At Bayside Law, we've witnessed firsthand how blended families face unique estate planning challenges that traditional families often...

As an estate planning attorney here in Alabama, I’ve seen firsthand how the probate process can become unexpectedly complicated. While...

When an Alabama will is contested during probate, the financial consequences can devastate even substantial estates. Based on our...

When someone creates a trust as part of their estate plan, they must name a successor trustee—the person who will step in to manage the...

When clients first walk through the doors of Bayside Law, many are surprised to discover just how financially devastating the probate...

When it comes to estate planning, many people focus solely on creating a will, unaware that their loved ones may still face the lengthy...

When someone passes away, their money, home, and belongings might need something called an "estate tax return." Think of this like a...

As your child (or grandchild!) prepares to leave the nest for college or their first apartment, you've probably checked off items like...

When we think about the future, we often focus on fun things like vacations or retirement. But there's another important plan we need to...

One of the main advantages of a revocable living trust is its ability to help your estate avoid probate—the often lengthy and public...

A prenuptial agreement can be a great way to set financial expectations and protect assets before marriage—but it has limits. Here's what...

When it comes to estate planning, many people focus primarily on creating wills and trusts, but often overlook one critical detail:...

Prenuptial agreements may not sound romantic, but they are one of the smartest financial planning tools couples can use. A prenup is not...

When it comes to estate planning, most people think of a will as the go-to document. But there’s another powerful tool that can offer...

Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy — it's for everyone who wants to protect their loved ones and ensure their wishes are...