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Woman standing thoughtfully beside the words “I’m a guardian, what now?” as she considers the next steps after becoming a guardian.

So, You’re A Guardian. What Now?

When an adult person, the “Ward,” has a disabling condition rendering them incapable of making some or all decisions about […]

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Puzzle piece labeled “tax” next to a wooden house model while planning how estate taxes may affect property.

Estate Taxes And How To Plan For Them

Navigating the complexities of estate taxes is a critical component of estate planning. At McCarthy Law, LLC, we specialize in […]

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Judge’s gavel on a desk during a legal dispute involving real estate property.

When You Need a Real Estate Litigation Lawyer

Real Estate Litigation Lawyer Real estate transactions can be complex and involve significant financial investments. While many transactions proceed smoothly, […]

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Attorney Daphne Hamilton sitting with a client during a meeting about choosing an estate planning lawyer.

8 Questions: Choosing Estate Planning Lawyers

Finding the right East Greenwich, RI estate planning lawyer for you and your family is the key to a smooth […]

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Attorney handing over house keys after a document is signed, marking the responsibilities of an estate executor.

As Executor Of An Estate, What Do I Do?

An Executor of an estate is legally responsible for the maintenance and distribution of finances, assets, and other property of […]

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Woman holding a rose at a funeral while families face the consequences of dying without an estate plan.

What Happens When You Die Without An Estate Plan?

If you pass away without an estate plan — a Will, Trust, or other legal structure — an administrator will […]

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Guardianship paperwork with a judge’s gavel on top explaining what guardianship is and when it may be used.

What Is Guardianship, And When Is It Used?

When Guardianship is implemented, the Court has deemed an individual unable to care for themselves or make their own decisions. […]

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Father and adult son sharing coffee during a conversation about estate planning decisions.

Estate Planning Communication

How Do I Start the Estate Planning Conversation With My Parents? It’s a tale as old as time, as some […]

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Calculator beside a small car model as someone calculates the value of a car and figures out how to sell their spouse’s car after their spouse dies.

My Spouse Died – How Do I Sell Their Car?

When a loved one dies, there can be a lot of assets and logistics that need to be dealt with, […]

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Elderly mother and adult daughter hugging warmly as families remain aware of the risk of elder abuse.

Watching Out For Elder Abuse

The Elder Justice Act of 2009 defines elder abuse as “the knowing infliction of physical or psychological harm or the […]

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