The Hughes Law Firm

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  • On behalf of: The Hughes Law Firm, P.C.
  • Published: March 29, 2019

There are many reasons why someone planning an estate in Colorado will want to include a trust as part of that plan. If the estate has substantial assets, a trust can protect heirs and beneficiaries from estate taxes. If there is worry about dispute within the family about the distribution of assets, moving those assets into a trust can make…Read More

  • On behalf of: The Hughes Law Firm, P.C.
  • Published: February 28, 2019

If you go through all the trouble of creating an estate plan, you obviously have a legacy you wish to leave behind. Sadly, the beneficiaries of your last will and your family members may not respect your legacy as you intend it. Instead, they may have their own expectations and wishes regarding the assets you leave behind when you die.…Read More

  • On behalf of: The Hughes Law Firm, P.C.
  • Published: January 30, 2019

You may not be the wealthiest person on the planet (to be serious, few people are), but that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t protect what you do have. A trust is a great way to do that. Some people believe that trusts are something for the wealthy and well-to-do, but the truth is that a trust can be a good…Read More

  • On behalf of: The Hughes Law Firm, P.C.
  • Published: January 2, 2019

As we grow up from adolescence to adulthood, living independently is often a source of anxiety and pride. Young people want to prove themselves to the world by striking out on their own and building a life for themselves. For many people, that sense of independence and self-sufficiency is inherent to who they are as an individual. Many older adults…Read More

  • On behalf of: The Hughes Law Firm, P.C.
  • Published: December 5, 2018

Trusts are one of the most essential estate planning tools in use today, and there are many kinds of trusts to choose from when considering your options. However, no matter what type of trust you use, they all must come to an end one way or another. If you’ve done much research into estate planning, you know that there are…Read More

  • On behalf of: The Hughes Law Firm, P.C.
  • Published: October 21, 2018

There are so many important decisions you need to make when setting up your last will and estate plan. People can overlook some of the more important considerations, perhaps because they aren’t familiar with standards for last wills and estate administration. The average person creating a last will understands how important it is to name the right person as executor…Read More

  • On behalf of: The Hughes Law Firm, P.C.
  • Published: September 30, 2018

When you think about a trust, you probably think about million dollar accounts for wealthy individuals. The reality is that most trusts aren’t for the rich and famous but rather for people of lower incomes. Trusts can be beneficial for people of all backgrounds, even if they only have a few thousand dollars. One thing you may not have known…Read More

  • On behalf of: The Hughes Law Firm, P.C.
  • Published: September 2, 2018

If you have already written a will, you might think that you have done all the estate planning you need to do. However, creating an estate plan and letting it gather dust for 10, 20 or 30 years is one of the biggest mistakes people make with their end-of-life decisions. Whether you have a will, living trust or a health…Read More

  • On behalf of: The Hughes Law Firm, P.C.
  • Published: August 4, 2018

In the best of circumstances, Colorado residents will have set up a financial plan that protects their assets if it becomes necessary for them to enter into a long-term care facility. When a viable financial strategy is in place, well in advance of the need, individuals can pay for their long-term care with Medicaid benefits rather than depleting their personal…Read More

  • On behalf of: The Hughes Law Firm, P.C.
  • Published: July 5, 2018

Your parents got into an inheritance dispute years ago. You watched as siblings argued with one another and said things they could never take back. You watched the whole process drag out in court. You watched as family members stopped talking to one another, even for years after the legal battle had ended. In setting up your own estate plan,…Read More

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