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How Many Witnesses Are Required to Enact a Codicil to a Will in Wisconsin?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton answers a reader question about how many witnesses are required to witness you sign a Codicil to your Will, in ord
Thomas B. Burton
Dec 2, 20192 min read


Dad Put House Deed in My Name Do I Have to Give My Sibling Anything?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton answers a reader question about whether the deed on the house governs what happens to the house, or whether the te
Thomas B. Burton
Jul 23, 20192 min read


5 Star Client Review for Attorney Thomas B. Burton
Thomas Burton wrote a Living Trust for us. He was fantastic!!! He was very personable and fun to work with. My wife and I had some unique
Thomas B. Burton
Jul 9, 20191 min read


What Do You Charge for a Simple Will?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton answers a reader question about what a lawyer charges for a simple Will that will divide someone's property evenly
Thomas B. Burton
Jul 2, 20192 min read


How Do I Gift an LLC That Holds Rental Property to a Trust for My Son?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton answers a reader question about how to gift the owner's interest in an LLC into a Revocable Living Trust in order
Thomas B. Burton
Jun 5, 20193 min read


Will my American Will Still be Valid if I Pass Away While Living Abroad?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton answers a reader question about whether a Will executed in the United States will still be valid if the reader pas
Thomas B. Burton
May 8, 20193 min read


How Can I Sell a Joint Ownership Property When My Partner Does Not Want To Sell?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton answers a reader question about the reader's options for selling a condo owned jointly with another person when...
Thomas B. Burton
Mar 27, 20192 min read


The Downside to Leaving Real Estate Outright to Multiple Owners at Death
Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses the downsides to leaving real estate in Wisconsin directly to multiple owners upon your death and...
Thomas B. Burton
Feb 13, 20192 min read


What Steps Should I Take After I Form and Sign My Trust?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses the steps you should take to transfer assets into your Trust after you have formed and signed your...
Thomas B. Burton
Jan 16, 20191 min read


How Do I Access Someone's Safety Deposit Box After They Die?
Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses access to safety deposit boxes and how you can ensure that your Trustee or Personal Representative...
Thomas B. Burton
Dec 12, 20182 min read


New Transfer on Death Beneficiary Designation Form for Motor Vehicles in Minnesota
Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses the new Transfer on Death Beneficiary Designation Form that is now available for residents of...
Thomas B. Burton
Nov 28, 20182 min read


How Do I Get Property Owned in One State Into My Trust Formed in Another State
Attorney Thomas B. Burton describes how to get real estate owned in one state into a Trust formed under the laws of another State and...
Thomas B. Burton
Nov 14, 20181 min read


Q&A Series: Do I Need an Attorney in State Where Parent Resides, to Manage Will at Time of a Par
#EstatePlanningAttorney #EstatePlanning #WisconsinLaw #Wills
Thomas B. Burton
Nov 13, 20181 min read


How a Revocable Living Trust Can Help You Avoid the Need for a Court Ordered Guardianship
Attorney Thomas B. Burton discusses how a Revocable Living Trust can help you avoid the need for a Court ordered guardianship while you...
Thomas B. Burton
Nov 8, 20182 min read


Wisconsin Statutory Basic Will for People of Modest or Limited Means
Attorney Thomas B. Burton explains what the Wisconsin Statutory Basic Will is and gives instructions on how to obtain this form which is...
Thomas B. Burton
Oct 24, 20182 min read


Q&A Series: Can a Creditor Put a Lien on our Mother's House with Siblings Name also on the D
#Deed #RealEstate #Creditor #MedicaidPlanning #RealProperty #WisconsinRealEstateLaw
Thomas B. Burton
Oct 22, 20181 min read


How a Tangible Personal Property List in Your Will or Trust Can Save You Money on Attorney Fees
Attorney Thomas B. Burton explains how a Tangible Personal Property List referenced in your Will or Trust can save you money on attorneys...
Thomas B. Burton
Sep 26, 20182 min read


Q&A Series: Why Would Anyone Use an Irrevocable Trust as Part of Their Estate Plan?
#IrrevocableTrust #IrrevocableMedicaidTrust #TrustPlanning #QASeries #MedicaidPlanning #WisconsinAttorney #WisconsinEstatePlanning
Thomas B. Burton
Sep 25, 20181 min read


Q&A Series: Can My 15 Year Old Son Legally Own My Home When I Pass?
#QASeries #Inheritance #MinorsinWisconsin #MinorsInheritingProperty #RealEstateOwnedByMinors #RevocableLivingTrusts #EstatePlanning
Thomas B. Burton
Sep 13, 20181 min read


Q&A Series: Will My Long Term Care Policy Be Negated if I Move Into an Assisted Living Facility?
This is not legal advice nor intended to create an attorney-client relationship. The information provided here is informational in nature...
Thomas B. Burton
Sep 7, 20181 min read
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