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What do you do if your loved one appears unable to make decisions for himself/herself?  Is a guardianship necessary? Unfortunately, this is not an uncommon question posed to Bulman Dunie attorneys.   What Is a Guardianship and When Is It Available? Guardianship is only available where there are no less restrictive means available to protect...

Whenever there is a change to estate tax laws, it can be particularly consequential to our clients. Assets that comprise a Decedent’s (deceased person’s) “taxable estate” are assets considered under the Decedent’s control as of the date of his/her death.  Assets under a Decedent’s control and part of his/her taxable estate may be exposed to...