Post-Divorce Estate Planning

Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. | March 19, 2012

Divorce can be a trying and emotional experience.  In the aftermath, it’s important to re-group and put your house in order, so to speak.  While recent divorced people are busy trying to start life over as a single person, there are many things they have to remember to do.  Revising their estate plans should be [...]

Be Careful How You Title Your Bank Accounts for Estate Purposes

Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. | November 9, 2011

One of the most common problems I face with clients handling the estate of a deceased loved one concerns bank accounts and other financial instruments.  In the cases to which I refer, a parent dies leaving no surviving spouse and at least two or more surviving children.
Hypothetically, let’s say that dad passed away before mom.  [...]

Family Wages Legal Battle Over Control of Etta James’ Fortune

Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. | January 24, 2011

72-year old Etta James, the famed jazz singer most known for the classic, At Last, was diagnosed with advanced dementia and leukemia.  She is in need of total care and is unable to sign her own name.  Her husband of 41 years, Artis Mills has asked the court to add his name to her sole [...]

What’s In YOUR Adult Starter Kit?

Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. | August 27, 2010

I was in Maine to attend the wedding of a friend last weekend (a trip I enjoyed immensely, in case you were wondering). At a gathering on the eve before the ceremony, a few of us were engaged in conversation with the groom-to-be. After telling us about his job and future plans, he [...]