Estate Planning Lessons from Jerry Garcia’s Probate Nightmare

Estate Planning Lessons from Jerry Garcia’s Probate Nightmare

Jerry Garcia’s Probate Nightmare Jerry Garcia, the legendary frontman of the Grateful Dead, left behind more than iconic music. He also left his heirs entangled in a 9-year legal battle over his estate, which was filled with claims, disputes, and costly probate fees....
Why Estate Planning is Not a DIY Project

Why Estate Planning is Not a DIY Project

 Why Estate Planning Should Never Be a DIY Project When a former Chief Justice of the United States passes away, their estate plan often faces intense scrutiny. This was certainly true for Chief Justice Warren Burger, who died in 1995. What captured attention wasn’t...