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Meeting with an estate planning attorney for the first time can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Being…

Estate planning may sound like something reserved for the wealthy or elderly, but the truth is, everyone can benefit from…

When a spouse dies, the surviving spouse or personal representative must decide whether to file a federal estate tax return,…

Hale, Skemp, Hanson, Skemp, & Sleik is proud to announce Keara K. McKinney’s appointment as an associate attorney practicing in…

  Hale, Skemp, Hanson, Skemp, & Sleik has received the following rankings in the Eau Claire area by U.S. News–Best Layers “Best…

Hale, Skemp, Hanson, Skemp, & Sleik proudly announces the well-deserved recognition of their Partner, Margaret “Peggy” Herlitzka, who has been…

Trusts and wills are both estate planning tools used to manage and distribute assets upon an individual’s death, but they…

Transferring property at death is a crucial aspect of estate planning, ensuring that assets are distributed according to an individual’s…

Dealing with the aftermath of someone’s death can be a challenging and emotional time. People are often anxious to resolve…

What is an Advance Healthcare Directive? Advance Healthcare Directives (also known as a health care power of attorney or living…