Lessons From Disputes Over Zappos Founder’s Estate

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Continuing legal issues complicating the handling of the estate of Zappos founder Tony Hsieh; why this estate matter has been so complex; where any disputes in the matter stand now; what lessons other people may be able to draw from this case, whether in terms of their own assets and future estates, or vis a vis their inheritance rights, legal protections, potential pitfalls, or options for resolution.

Understanding the Pros and Cons of Conservatorships [Ongoing]

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Situations under which the use of conservatorships may be a logical option to explore; how conservatorships are typically structured, implemented, and reviewed; rights and obligations of the conservatee and the conservator; potential pitfalls to address before and during a conservator’s term of service; process for contesting a conservatorship; alternatives to a conservatorship.

Pointers on Creating an Advance Directive [Ongoing]

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Advance directives; different types of directives and circumstances or needs to which each is best suited; what an advance directive can and cannot do (and any common misconceptions that may exist regarding those points); templates or other resources for creating an advance directive; related discussions to have with family members or guardians before the need for an advance directive arises; differences in state laws regarding advance directives; additional guidance regarding an advance directive’s legality and implementation.